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WWW.STLOUISCO.COM/PARKS | (314) 615-4FUN Parks Advisory Board Ernestine Shivers-Jones, Chair Diane Christy Robert Muckler Angela Hilzinger Don Zykan Gary Otten Gerry Sander County Council Hazel Erby District 1 Sam Page District 2 Tim Fitch District 3 As the days grow warmer, our parks reach the pinnacle of Rochelle Walton Gray District 4 their popularity. Our dedicated St. Louis County Parks and Recreation Lisa Clancy District 5 Department staff has been working hard to prepare for spring and summer Ernie Trakas District 6 visitors. Mark Harder District 7 We are especially excited to be introducing new fishing programs in partnership with the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) to celebrate the 50th anniversary of our region’s participation in the Urban Fishing Program. The federal government initiated the program in 1969 with the goal of bringing the pleasure of fishing to urban communities. Our Mission A special Family Fishing Day will be held from 8 a.m. to noon on May 4 at Suson and Bella Fontaine parks. The MDC will stock the lakes To provide high quality parks, facilities, and with fish for this free event. recreation services that enhance residents’ St. Louis County Parks and Recreation will also hold Discover lives through responsible and effective Nature Fishing programs that will include lessons for all ages. These events will be held on June 1 at Tilles Park, July 13 at Bee Tree Park and Aug. 10 at management of resources. the North County Recreation Center. The classes are free and bait and tackle will be provided. Park Watch This year’s popular Mud Mania, featuring a mud pit and obstacle Park Watch is a program to bring park visitors, park neighbors course for children, will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on June 28 and 9 a.m. and St. Louis County Parks staff together to ensure safety and the to 4 p.m. June 29. Tickets are $10 a person and can be purchased in advance highest quality of facilities and services. through a link on our County website or by calling (314) 615-4386 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. If you see suspicious activities, vandalism or problems within a A new feature at Faust, Jefferson Barracks and Laumeier St. Louis County park, please call the Park Watch Hotline at (314) Sculpture parks allows visitors to take a digital tour of the parks’ historical 615-ISEE (4733) or (800) 735-2966 TTY (Relay Missouri). You elements. While strolling through the parks, visitors can use their smart may remain anonymous. phones to scan information codes along the way to learn more about homes, barns, monuments and other features. These attractions follow the openings in recent years of the To contact a Park Ranger call (314) 615-8911. To report a crime in Pavilion at Lemay recreation center and pool, and the Aquatic Center at the progress or a medical emergency, call 911. North County Recreation Complex. Swimming lessons are available at our rec centers. Please report only! Do not take action to intervene or attempt to Of course, County Parks and Recreation will again offer a wide correct a problem. This is the responsibility of St. Louis County compliment of summer activities, including numerous camps to keep Parks Rangers and the St. Louis County Police Department. children engaged and occupied during their summer break from school. I also encourage a visit to our dog park at Queeny Park. This five-acre space offers pets and their human friends a place to romp.The park Accessibility includes dog agility courses and water features. For accommodations you may need to make a program For history buffs, we have assembled a compelling exhibit, accessible, or to receive this Activity Guide in an alternate format, “Looking Back from 75: The Liberation of Northwestern Europe.” This call (314) 615-4386 or (800) 735-2966 TTY (Relay Missouri). special exhibit reflects on the liberation of the region from Nazi tyranny 75 Advance notice of 48 hours (two business days) is needed for years ago. It runs through Dec. 30 in the Old Ordnance Room at Jefferson sign language interpreters. Requests for Braille requires more Barracks Park. Hours are noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. time. Management has the right to deny admission for health and And please see the Special Events section of this guide for a safety issues. schedule of concerts at Faust Park and the dates of our Food Truck Fests at various County parks. Each of our 73 St. Louis County parks is a treasure and makes Job Opportunities an invaluable contribution to the quality of life of Interested in working for St. Louis County Parks? Call the County residents. I have made the enhancement opportunity hotline at (314) 615-JOBS (5627) or visit our website and promotion of our parks a priority of my at stlouisco.com/personnel/jobsearch. administration. I hope you will join my family and me as we enjoy the terrific amenities and activities St. Louis County Parks offers fair and equal employment, at our St. Louis County parks this spring and conditions of employment, and promotional opportunities for all summer. persons without discrimination based upon race, color, religion, Yours very truly, sex, national origin, age, disability/handicap condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans status, political affiliation, or other non-merit factors.
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What’s Inside... At a Glance Calendar 4 Affton Community Center 46
Food Truck Fest Special Events 6 St. Vincent Community Center 47 Page 7 JB Blast Kids Korner 10 Kennedy Recreation Complex 48 Page 7 Summer Camps 12 Greensfelder Rec. Complex 49 Adults-Only Events Page 9 Volunteer Programs 18 North County Rec. Complex 50 Children’s Garden Club Page 11 Aquatics 20 Pavilion at Lemay 51
Aquatic Special Events Great Outdoors 23 Gen. Daniel Bissell House 52 Page 21 Medley 28 Fort Belle Fontaine 53 Swimming Lessons Page 22 Park Locations 30 Jefferson Barracks Museums 54 Wedding Sites Page 18 Educational Programs 32 St. Louis Carousel 55
Fishing Information Exhibits & Exhibitions 34 Historic Faust Park 56 Page 26 Field Trips Scouts & Youth Programs 35 Frank Lloyd Wright House 57 Page 33 Sports 36 Laumeier Sculpture Park 58 Pickleball Open Play Page 38 Dance 39 Location Guide 33/30 Hikes Program ACC Affton Community Center Health, Wellness & Fitness 40 Page 59 GRC Greensfelder Rec Plex KRC Kennedy Rec Plex Young at Heart 43 NCR North County Rec Plex STV St. Vincent Community Center PAL The Pavilion at Lemay Photography Policy Additional Copies St. Louis County Parks staff occasionally Additional hard copies of this Activity takes photographs of participants in park Guide are available in our Clayton office programs, classes or events for marketing or at any of our Recreation Complexes. purposes. Please feel free to let our staff For the location nearest you, visit www. Get an up-to-date rainout status for know if you do not want your photo or stlouisco.com/parks.An electronic, pools, dog park and events. Updated your child’s photo taken and/or used for searchable version of our Activity Guide after significant weather changes. Call the purpose of marketing. Community can also be found on our website! (314) 615-RAIN. members are also welcome to submit their own photos via our Facebook page or via email to [email protected].
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13 Children’s Egg Hunt 4 Basketball Skills & Drills Camp March STV...... 10 NCRC...... 37 2 Children’s Garden Club Jurassic Egg Hunt 5 Build a Bat House Sherwood’s...... 11 NCRC...... 10 Cliff Cave Park...... 24 9 South County Flea Market Night in the Wild 9 Food Truck Fest ACC...... 28 Lone Elk Park...... 23 Bella Fontaine...... 7 Women on the Western Frontier South County Flea Market 10 Art Fair (10-12) Jefferson Barracks Park...... 32 ACC...... 28 Laumeier...... 8 10 Free Family Day 14 Free Family Day 11 Pioneer Crafts for Kids Laumeier...... 8 Laumeier...... 8 Faust Park...... 10 13 Tot Time Themed Geo-Poker 12 Thornhill Open House St. Louis Carousel...... 10 Faust Village...... 23 Faust Park...... 6 17 St. Paddy’s Day Float 17 Tot Time 14 Food Truck Fest Meramec River...... 25 St. Louis Carousel...... 10 Tilles Park...... 7 22 Vino + Video Trail Watch 15 Tot Time Laumeier...... 9 GRC...... 17 St. Louis Carousel...... 10 23 Re-enactor & Military Collectors 20 Trail Crew 17 Farm Friday Pavilion at Lemay...... 28 Greensfelder Park...... 17 Suson Park...... 10 Themed Geo-Poker Basketball Skills & Drills Camp 18 Thornhill Open House Queeny Park...... 23 NCRC...... 37 Faust Park...... 6 Trail Crew 23 Youth Fishing Lessons Rendezvous with the Past Greensfelder Park...... 17 Suson Park...... ,,,,,,...... 26 Faust Park...... 24 Bluebird House Building 24 Chubb Trail Ride French-Indochina/Vietnam (&19) Suson Park...... 23 Lone Elk...... 25 Jefferson Barracks Park...... 32 Learn to Play Pickleball 25 Create and Play 19 Thornhill Open House ACC...... 38 St. Louis Carousel...... 10 Faust Park...... 6 28 Create and Play 26 WWII Weekend (26-28) 22 Food Truck Fest St. Louis Carousel...... 10 Jefferson Barracks Park...... 6 Creve Coeur Park...... 7 Lone Elk Interpretive Hike Mud + Merlot 23 Create and Play Lone Elk Park...... 24 Laumeier...... 9 St. Louis Carousel...... 10 30 Geocaching 101 27 WWII Canteen Dance 24 Mud + Merlot Queeny Park...... 23 Jefferson Barracks Park...... 6 Laumeier...... 9 Thornhill Open House Spring Cleaning at Faust 25 Learn More About Pollinators Faust Park...... 6 Faust Park...... 28 Queeny Park...... 32 31 Thornhill Open House Historic Village OH Basketball Skills & Drills Camp Faust Park...... 6 Faust Park...... 6 NCRC...... 37 Learn to Play Pickleball 31 Movie Night at Faust April ACC...... 38 Faust Park...... 7 6 Children’s Garden Club 28 Historic Village OH Food Truck Fest Planthaven Farms ...... 11 Faust Park...... 6 Laumeier...... 7 Wrath of Con: Wargaming 30 Youth Fishing Lessons Jefferson Barracks VC...... 28 Suson Park...... ,,,,,,...... 26 June Basketball Skills & Drills Camp 1 Statehood Picnic NCRC...... 37 May Faust Park...... 7 7 Wrath of Con: Wargaming 2 Food Truck Fest Swap Meet at Bissell House Jefferson Barracks VC...... 28 Faust Park...... 7 Bissell House...... 28 11 Lone Elk Interpretive Hike 4 Family Fishing Children’s Garden Club Lone Elk Park...... 24 Various Lakes...... ,,,,,,...... 26 Sherwood’s...... 11 12 Adult Egg Hunt Children’s Garden Club Geocaching 101 Jefferson Barracks Park...... 9 Queeny Park...... 11 Queeny Park...... 23 13 Adult Egg Hunt Intro to Youth Fishing Derby Discover Nature Fishing Jefferson Barracks Park...... 9 NCRC...... 26 Tilles Park...... ,,,,,,...... 26 2 Swap Meet at Bissell House 13 Cliff Cave Capers 16 Full Moon Bike & Walk Bissell House...... 28 Cliff Cave...... 23 Simpson Park...... 25 6 Food Truck Fest Archery for Kids Full Moon Paddle Faust Park...... 7 Jefferson Barracks Park...... 38 Simpson Park...... 25 7 Farm Friday Archery Classes for Adults 24 Thornhill Open House Suson Park...... 10 Jefferson Barracks Park...... 38 Faust Park...... 6 Olden Days for Kids South County Flea Market 25 Thornhill Open House Faust Park...... 11 ACC...... 28 Faust Park...... 6 8 WWII: D-Day 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament Jefferson Barracks Park...... 32 NCRC...... 37 September Archery for Kids Country Sounds by the Barn 6 Food Truck Fest Jefferson Barracks Park...... 38 Suson Park...... 8 Laumeier...... 7 Mini Ninja Challenge 14 Free Family Day 7 Children’s Garden Club St. Louis Carousel...... 10 Laumeier...... 8 Greenscape...... 11 15 Learn to Play Pickleball 17 National Hot Dog Day Cliff Cave Capers ACC...... 38 Various...... 21 Cliff Cave...... 23 Full Moon Bike & Walk 18 Food Truck Fest Geocaching 101 Simpson Park...... 25 Tilles Park...... 7 Queeny Park...... 23 Full Moon Paddle 23 National Vanilla Ice Cream Day Living History Hayrides Simpson Park...... 25 Various...... 21 Jefferson Barracks Park...... 24 21 Farm Friday 24 Food Truck Fest Thornhill Barn Dinner Suson Park...... 10 Creve Coeur Park...... 7 Faust Park...... 9 Food Truck Fest 25 Christmas in July 8 Free Family Day Tilles Park...... 7 KRC...... 21 Laumeier...... 8 22 Historic Village OH 26 Prints + Mojitos Living History Hayrides Faust Park...... 6 Laumeier...... 9 Jefferson Barracks Park...... 24 23 Historic Village OH 27 Historic Village OH 14 Cliff Cave Capers Faust Park...... 6 Faust Park...... 6 Cliff Cave...... 23 27 National Bomb Pop Day Youth Boxing Night South County Flea Market Various...... 21 NCRC...... 36 ACC...... 28 National Sunglasses Day 28 Historic Village OH Chuck Wagon Dinner PAL Pool...... 21 Faust Park...... 6 Faust Park...... 8 28 Mud Mania 19 Food Truck Fest Queeny Park...... 7 August Queeny Park...... 7 Mud + Merlot 2 Food Truck Fest 20 Fort Belle Fontaine Days Laumeier...... 9 Laumeier...... 7 Fort Belle Fontaine...... 24 29 Mud Mania 3 Children’s Garden Club 21 Fort Belle Fontaine Days Queeny Park...... 7 Queeny Park...... 11 Fort Belle Fontaine...... 24 Thornhill Open House 6 National Night Out 22 Pirate Geocache Treasure Dig Faust Park...... 6 Spanish Lake Park...... 24 Creve Coeur...... 24 30 Thornhill Open House 10 Cliff Cave Capers 25 Parks Food Truck Fest Faust Park...... 6 Cliff Cave...... 23 Pavilion at Lemay...... 7 Discover Nature Fishing 28 Folklife Festival July NCRC...... 26 Faust Park...... 8 3 JB Blast Archery for Kids Learn to Play Pickleball Jefferson Barracks...... 8 Jefferson Barracks Park...... 38 ACC...... 38 12 Olden Days for Kids WWII: Race across France 29 Folklife Festival Faust Park...... 11 Jefferson Barracks Park...... 32 Faust Park...... 8 13 Discover Nature Fishing 11 Build a Bat House Suson Park...... 26 Cliff Cave Park...... 24 Children’s Garden Club Free Family Day TBD...... 11 Laumeier...... 8 SPECIAL EVENTS
Thornhill Open House Come visit the home of Missouri’s second governor, Frederick Bates and learn about his role in creating Missouri as we know it. Tour the restored residence from the earliest days of Missouri statehood and see how life on the frontier was lived. The estate also includes the family cemetery which contains the burial site of the governor, his wife, Nancy, and two of their four children. Age Fee Location World War II Weekend All ages Free Thornhill at Faust Park Everyone will enjoy strolling through the military camps and Day Date Time talking with re-enactors representing the troops of the U.S., British, Canadian, Soviet and German armies of WWII. The Sa - Su 3/30 & 3/31 Noon - 4 p.m. SPECIAL EVENTS weekend begins on Friday with tours available in the living Sunday 5/12 Noon - 4 p.m. history camps from 1 to 3 p.m. Learn about the uniforms, Sa - Su 5/18 & 5/19 Noon - 4 p.m. weapons and equipment. Battle re-enactments will take place on Saturday and Sunday. A fun and educational Sa - Su 6/29 & 6/30 Noon - 4 p.m. event for the entire family. Call 314-615-8800 or email Sa - Su 8/24 & 8/25 Noon - 4 p.m. [email protected].
Age Fee Location Faust Historic Village Open House All ages Free Jefferson Barracks Park The historic homes in the Village will be open for free tours on the below weekend dates, in 2019. Guests to the park Day Date Time will be able to see the interiors of these buildings, and get Friday 4/26 1 p.m. - sunset a glimpse into life in St. Louis County during the second Saturday 4/27 8 a.m. - sunset half of the 1800s. Guides in period dress will be available to answer questions about the buildings. The buildings that are Sunday 4/28 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. open will depend on staffing and may vary from weekend to weekend. Age Fee Location World War II Canteen Dance Dance to Big Band music from the World War II era with All ages Free Faust Historic Village Michael Lacy and his New Orleans Swing Band on April 27 Day Date Time in Building 24 on the JB National Guard Post. Doors open at 5 p.m. with music starting at 6 p.m. playing until 10 p.m. Sa - Su 4/27 & 4/28 Noon - 4 p.m. This event celebrates our veterans from WWII. All proceeds Sa - Su 6/22 & 6/23 Noon - 4 p.m. go directly to historic preservation efforts in Jefferson Sa - Su 7/27 & 7/28 Noon - 4 p.m. Barracks. Additional donations will be gratefully accepted. Tickets are $30. Tickets provide participants with dinner, dancing and seating. Dinner is comprised of your choice of barbeque hot dogs, bratwurst or hamburger with chips and a soda or bottled water. Beer and additional refreshments will be available at reasonable prices. Tables for 8 or 10 people, and individual tickets should be reserved in advance for best seating. For ticket information and ticket and meal order form email the FJB at FriendsofJeffersonBarracks@ gmail.com or by calling 314-615-8800 or 636-230-9257. Music by Michael Lacy and his New Orleans Swing Band. Age Fee Location 18+ $30/person Jefferson Barracks Park Day Date Time Saturday 4/27 6-10 p.m. (Doors open at 5 p.m.)
6 Spring & Summer 2019 Activity Guide Parks Food Truck Fest 2019 Follow the caravan of various mobile menus and join family and friends for dinner in your beautiful St. Louis County Parks. Food trucks are taking the County by storm and each operator offers a small signature menu that is uniquely different. Event includes free live music. Event is open from 5 - 8 p.m., bands play from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Admission is free. For more information visit www.stlouisco/parks.com or call (314) 615-4386. No coolers allowed. SPECIAL EVENTS Date Location Entertainment 5/2 Faust Hudson & Friends 5/9 Bella Fontaine Steve Ewing Duo 5/14 Tilles Laytham & Holmes Duo 5/22 Creve Coeur Soulard Blues Band 5/31 Laumeier The Facts O’ Life 6/6 Faust Maple Jam Band 6/21 Tilles Steve Ewing Duo 7/18 Tilles Power Play 7/24 Creve Coeur NoCo Incident 8/2 Laumeier The Tall Poppies 9/6 Laumeier Bonedaddy 9/19 Queeny Fanfare 9/25 Jefferson Barracks - Eddie Randle Jr. Trio Pavilion At Lemay feat. Matt Gagnepain
Movie Night at Faust Park Bring your blankets, chairs and spend the evening at Historic Faust Park enjoying the 1967 version of Dr. Dolittle, under the stars with your family. This event will take place at the Faust Historic Village. Soda, water, popcorn and snacks available for purchase. No coolers allowed. For more information, call 314-615-8328. Age Fee Location All ages $3/person Faust Park Day Date Time Friday 5/31 8:30 p.m. (Gates open at 7 p.m.)
Statehood Picnic Come to an old-fashioned Statehood Picnic at Thornhill in Faust Park. Join us in discussions of topic related to Missouri becoming our 24th state. Why do we have a bootheel? Why the Missouri Compromise? And More. New in 1819 and the home of Missouri’s second governor, Frederick Bates, Thornhill will host a picnic in 2019 to celebrate our upcoming 200 years of statehood. In addition to lunch there will be tours of Thornhill and its grounds. Reservations required by calling 314-615-8328 or visiting our website. Please Note: Due to the nature of this event, we cannot accommodate special requests or dietary restrictions. Age Fee Location 12+ $20/person Faust Park Day Date Time Saturday 6/1 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
stlouisco.com/parks l (314) 615-4FUN 7 Wednesday, July 3 at 7 p.m. Enjoy music under the stars in the Veterans Memorial Amphitheater (Jefferson Barracks Park) and a brilliant fireworks display to usher in another fun-filled celebration in honor of our country’s birth! Concessions will be available. Call (314) 615-4386 for more information. Admission is free!
Annual Art Fair at Laumeier Make Laumeier’s Annual Art Fair your Mother’s Day Country Sounds by the Barn at weekend tradition! St. Louis’ favorite Art Fair features local Suson Park food and beverage vendors, hands-on activities for kids, live Enjoy an evening at Suson Park’s farm while listening to music and up to 150 juried artists from across the country. the best sounds of country music. Tickets are available to Rain or shine; no pets or outside food and beverage purchase at the gate starting at 6 p.m. Bring your lawn allowed. Event proceeds support Laumeier’s presentation chair or blanket and bug spray. Food trucks on site, selling SPECIAL EVENTS of education programs, temporary exhibitions and public their delicious fares! Music performed by George Portz and events. Visit www.laumeier.org for more information. the Friends of Bluegrass. For additional details or questions, just call 314-615-5572. Age Fee Location All ages $10/Adult Laumeier Sculpture Age Fee Location Kids 10 and Park All ages $5/person (12+) Suson Park under are free Free admission (11 and under) Day Date Time Day Date Time Friday 5/10 6-10 p.m. Saturday 7/13 7-9 p.m. Saturday 5/11 10 a.m. – 8p.m. Sunday 5/12 10 a.m. – 5p.m. Chuck Wagon Dinner Come and get it! After a long day on the trail, come to Thornhill in Faust Park, gather round the fire and eat your fill from our chuck wagon! Put on your best western wear or trail duds and bring all the family buckaroos for an evening of old time games and cooking. Reservations must be made in advance and space is limited so please call 314-615- 8328 or from our website. Cost is $20 per Adult, $10 per Children ages 4-12, Ages 3 and under are free. Age Fee Location All ages See description Thornhill at Faust Park Day Date Time Saturday 9/14 4-7 p.m. Free Family Days Laumeier’s Free Family Days provide families with a Folklife Festival at Thornhill chance to bond while encouraging observation, imagination, Explore the activities of harvest time while enjoying the curiosity and creativity. Activities are designed to be simple estate of Missouri’s second governor, Frederick Bates. In enough for ages 4 and up to enjoy, yet complex enough that celebration of the bicentennial of Thornhill, the festival will more experienced young artists can take their projects to focus on the crafts and events of the years leading up to another level. Families have fun exploring new media and Missouri statehood. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the concepts while finding inspiration in Laumeier’s artworks era with period crafts, a militia muster and the opportunity and the natural environment. Visit www.laumeier.org for to learn about the people and events who shaped early more information. Supported by a grant from the Windgate Missouri history. Foundation. Age Fee Location Age Fee Location All ages $5/person Thornhill at Faust Park All ages Free Laumeier Sculpture Park Day Date Time Day Date Time Sa - Su 9/28 & 9/29 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sundays 3/10, 4/14, 7/14, 2 - 4 p.m. 8/11, 9/8, 10/13
8 Spring & Summer 2019 Activity Guide For Adults Adult Egg Hunt at Jefferson Barracks Park Laumeier’s Night Out Series Don’t miss the original adults only egg hunt! Search 250 A bottle of wine and some creative exploration make for a acres of Jefferson Barracks Park at night for over 10,000 great night out at Laumeier Sculpture Park! The Monthly hidden eggs each evening. Winning numbered eggs are Night Out Series provides a fun and relaxed, adults-only redeemed for tons of terrific prizes! Food trucks will be SPECIAL EVENTS environment in which to try your hand at artmaking. Bring on site for food and beverage purchases. Sponsored your own wine; light snacks are provided. Visit www. by the Friends of Jefferson Barracks and Y98 Radio. laumeier.org for more information. Advance registration is required, online only at: http://www. friendsofjeffersonbarracks.com/egg_hunt_store.php, service Vino and Video: Let it “Go” charges may apply. For details, please call 314-615-5572. Age Fee Location All proceeds goes directly to historic preservation efforts in Jefferson Barracks. 21+ $20/person Laumeier Sculpture Park Age Fee Location Day Date Time 21+ $10/person Jefferson Barracks Park Friday 3/22 6:30 - 9 p.m. Day Date Time Mud + Merlot Friday 4/12 8-10 p.m. Age Fee Location Saturday 4/13 8-10 p.m. 21+ $54/person Laumeier Sculpture Park
Day Date / Project Time Thornhill Barn Dinner It’s a Barn Dinner in a 200 year old structure! Come to Friday 4/26 / Hand-built 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Thornhill in Faust Park and watch the preparations for Planters dinner cooked over open fires in Dutch ovens using old- Friday 5/24 / Wine 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. time recipes. Stroll the grounds, play games and tour the Coolers house before sitting down to a family-style dinner in the old, Friday 6/28 / Chip + Dip 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. beautiful Thornhill barn. Reservations required and space is Bowls limited. To reserve your space, please call 314-615-8328 or visit our website. Please note: Due to the nature of this event, we cannot accommodate special requests or A Night in Havana: Prints & Mojitos dietary restrictions. Age Fee Location Age Fee Location 21+ $30/person Laumeier Sculpture Park 18+ $65/person Thornhill at Faust Park Day Date Time Day Date Time Friday 7/26 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Saturday 9/7 3 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
stlouisco.com/parks l (314) 615-4FUN 9 Easter Egg Hunt KIDS Come join us in celebrating the Easter holiday by bringing your little ones to participate in our 4th annual Easter Egg KORNER Hunt. Enjoy candy baskets and prices for the first, second and third place winners. Participants will meet in front of the Community Center. Cost is $3.00 per child in advance, $5.00 per child the day of. Call 314-615-8788 for more information.
Age Fee Location 4-8 $3/child in advance, STV $5/child the day of Day Date Time Saturday 4/13 11 a.m. Jurassic Egg Hunt What Peter Rabbit brings are small potatoes! Try your hunting skills at an epic level and perhaps bump into a baby KIDS KORNER Tot Time TRex! Chances to win extra prizes if you find a “golden” Join Aunt Peggy for an original story, craft and carousel ride. dino! Meet at the Leo Wilson Shelter (indoors if weather is Aunt Peggy is a retired principal and college professor. She bad). Advanced registration is required by calling 314-615- has been writing children’s books since she was 9 years 8839 or or visiting our website. old. Children will have fun listening to the exciting stories Age Fee Location and songs. To register call 314-615-8345. 3-11 $5/child NCRC Age Fee Location Day Date Time 2-6 $8/child St. Louis Carousel Saturday 4/13 9:45 a.m. Day Date Time Wednesday 3/13 10:30-11:30 a.m. Pioneer Crafts for Kids Wednesday 4/17 10:30-11:30 a.m. Everyone loves a treasure box full of mementos of good times to remember. This spring come to Thornhill in Faust Wednesday 5/15 10:30-11:30 a.m. Park to make treasures a child of the 1800s frontier would have made and play some games from the 1800s. Bring Create and Play a favorite box, bag or pail and we’ll meet in the big barn A fun time at the Carousel! Make a craft, play with toys and at Thornhill to make bead bracelets, paper dolls, corn cob ride the carousel. It is a great time to bond with your child dolls and more to put in your treasure box. We’ll churn some or grandchild. Let them burn some energy and enjoy the butter, spin some yarn and also make a flowered orange to carousel. To register call 314-615-8345. eat! Wear your favorite pioneer outfit. *One adult per 2 children is required (adult is free). Space is limited Age Fee Location to 20 paying participants. Reservations must be made in advance 3-5 $8/child St. Louis Carousel by calling 314-615-8328 or visiting our website. Age Fee Location Day Date Time 5-12 $20/child Faust Park Thursday 3/28 10-11 a.m. Thursday 4/25 10-11 a.m. Day Date Time Thursday 5/23 10-11 a.m. Saturday 5/11 9 a.m.-11 a.m.
Farm Fridays at Suson Mini Ninja Challenge Looking for some fun like pony rides, hayrides, barn tours, This is an obstacle course race for kids to inspire them face painting, fishing, candle making & peddle cars/bean to keep fitness in their lives. There will be a series of bag toss area? You can enjoy these crafts and festive competitions based on age. The child may participate in all experiences at Suson’s Farm Fridays. Register online at challenges for their age or pick and choose the challenges www.stlouisco.com/parks or call 314-615-8822. they wish to compete in. A parent or guardian will be beside the child that is competing the entire time. All participants Age Fee Location will receive a participant medal. Call 314-615-8345 to sign 2-12 $10/child; Adults free Suson Park up. Day Date Time Age Fee Location Friday 5/17 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 5-12 $25/child St. Louis Carousel Friday 6/7 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Day Date Time Friday 6/21 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday 6/8 9 a.m.-Noon 10 Spring & Summer 2019 Activity Guide Faust Olden Days for Children Intro to Chess Bring your children to Faust Historic Village and let them A learning program to teach the basic rules and practices practice everyday hands-on activities that children of the of chess with an experienced instructor. Grow in your skills 1800s would have experienced. Many activities are planned and play games with others. Advance registration required. including blacksmithing and woodworking demonstrations. Call 314-615-8839. Activities are subject to change due to staffing. Admission: Age Fee Location $10/child in advance by calling the Faust Office or 5-15 Free NCRC through our website; $15/child day of event (Parents are
FREE with paid child.) Day Date Time KIDS KORNER Age Fee Location Saturdays 3/23-5/11 9-10:30 a.m. 2-12 $10/child Faust Park Saturdays 8/17-10/5 9-10:30 a.m. Day Date Time Friday 6/7 9 a.m.-Noon Saturday 7/12 9 a.m.-Noon
Poetry & Spoken Word Workshops Youth will explore their creativity in an introductory class of creative writing, poetry, rap, and public speaking. The workshop will allow expression of thoughts and feelings in an interactive and positive environment. Call 314-615-8839. Age Fee Location 5-18 $10/4 session workshop NCRC Day Date Time Saturdays 6/22 - 7/13 10-11:30 a.m.
Growing with St. Louis County Parks & Recreation This Club is designed to educate and bring delight in gardening and horticulture through projects that participants begin themselves and take home to grow and enjoy. All events are free. For more information call (314) 822-9095 or email [email protected]. Upcoming Schedule Saturday, April 6 Saturday, August 3 TBA Summer Harvest-Youth Planthaven Farms Master Master Garden 6703 Telegraph Rd Queeny Park 1675 S. Mason Rd. (Queeny Saturday, May 4 Park East Entrance) Mother’s Day Celebration St. Louis, MO 63131 Youth Master Gardener Vegetable Garden Planting Students ages 9–13 are invited to join the St. Louis Youth Queeny Park - Nursery # 1 Saturday, September 7 Master Gardener Program at Queeny Park for a hands- Youth Master Garden TBD on program that will foster a love of gardening, develop 1675 S. Mason Rd. (Queeny Greenscape Garden an appreciation of the environment, and cultivate science, Park East Entrance) 2832 Barrett Station Rd. math, and creative problem solving skills. This six-week St. Louis, MO 63131 Manchester, MO 63021 program will introduce students to horticulture and botany Join the Children’s Garden Club on March 3 at 9:00am through planting projects and inquiry-based experiments. Saturday,Growing June Peas in the 1 Garden Saturday, October 5
Pre-registration required. Register online at: stlouisco.com/ PollinatorBook Garden signing with author - Color Halloween parks or by phone (314) 615-8481. A partnership with St. Bowl Susan Grigsby Sherwood Forest Nursery & Sherwood Forest Nursery & Louis County Parks, St. Louis County Parks Foundation, Sherwood GardenForest Center Nursery & Garden Center 2651 Barrett Station Rd. University of Missouri Extension, St. Louis Master Garden Center 2651 Barrett Station Rd. Gardeners, and the Missouri Botanical Garden. 2651 Barrett Station Rd. Manchester, MO 63021 Age Fee Location Manchester, MO 63021 5-18 $60/6 session class Queeny Park Saturday, July 13 Day Date Time TBD Saturdays 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 10 a.m.- Noon 5/11, 5/18 stlouisco.com/parks l (314) 615-4FUN 11 Summer Camps
Camp Queeny Fun in the sun this summer! Activities include sports, nature activities, arts and crafts and special events. Lunch is not provided. Each child should bring their own non-perishable lunch and two water bottles. Advance registration is required by calling 314-615-8472. (Early Bird Care is available 7am-9am for the below dates for $20 per week ($16 for 7/1 week) and Late Bird Care is available 3-6pm for $30 per week ($24 for 7/1 week). Age Fee Location 5-12 $75/camper Queeny Park Day Date Time S ummer C amps M - F 6/3 - 6/7 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Camp Kennedy M - F 6/10 - 6/14 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Children are grouped by age and enjoy crafts, games, M - F 6/17 - 6/21 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. nature programs, a special event cookout, sports and supervised recreational swim at Kennedy Recreation M - F 6/24 - 6/28 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Complex. Bring a non-perishable lunch, snack, and M - F 7/1 - 7/5* (no camp 7/4) 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. beverage daily. Sunrise/Late Day Club memberships may M - F 7/8 - 7/12 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. be purchased. Call 314-615-5572. Age Fee Location M - F 7/15 - 7/19 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 5-12 $70/camper KRC M - F 7/22 - 7/26 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Day Date Time M - F 7/29 - 8/2 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. M - F 6/3 - 6/7 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. * For short week, camp is $60/camper M - F 6/10 - 6/14 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. M - F 6/17 - 6/21 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Counselor in Training (C.I.T.) M - F 6/24 - 6/28 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. This summer, Camp Queeny will be offering a new youth and community outreach program for teens ages 13-15 M - F 7/1 - 7/5* (no camp 7/4) 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. years old. Counselors in Training (C.I.T.) allows for youth M - F 7/8 - 7/12 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. to experience a true leadership role while having fun and engaging others in activities all summer long. This free M - F 7/15 - 7/19 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. program will take place weekdays from 9am – 3pm. Camp M - F 7/22 - 7/26 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. sessions start Monday, June 3rd through Friday August 2nd. M - F 7/29 - 8/2 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Our C.I.T program will consist of two 2-3 week sessions for volunteers. Volunteers will assist camp staff with daily * For short week, camp is $52/camper activities for kids ages 5 – 12. Applicants should show strong interest in working with youth and a desire to grow professionally and socially. Applicants must complete an Youth Fishing Day Camps application process and volunteer a minimum two weeks St. Louis’ only “fishing” day camp is a big hit with kids! of the leadership program to be considered for future St. Louis County Park Rangers conduct the camp where employment if applicable. Space is limited. For more children spend the week learning to be good anglers. Each information call 314-615-8472 or visit www.stlouisco.com/ day the group will venture out to a new fishing location. Parks. Meet in front of the Recreation Complex off of the Weidman Road entrance. Meet promptly at 8:30 a.m. Each child Age Fee Location should bring their own non-perishable lunch and two water 13-15 Free GRC/Queeny Park bottles. Fishing equipment will be provided. Advance registration is required. Call 314 615-8472. Day Date Time M - F 6/10 - 6/28 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Age Fee Location M - F 7/8 - 7/26 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 9-15 $150/camper Queeny Park Day Date Time M - F 6/3 - 6/7 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. M - F 7/15 -7/19 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 12 Spring & Summer 2019 Activity Guide Crayola Artist Passport Camp Mad Science “Make It” Camp Embark on an around the world cultural adventure-explore Roll up your sleeves, put on your makers cap, and get far off places and learn about the people who live there, ready to create! This is our most hands-on camp! Campers from the Americas to the Ivor Coast, from the cosmopolitan will build their very own geodesic dome large enough to the countryside. Experiment with Crayola products, while for the entire camp to sit in. Who can build the strongest trying art techniques developed by local artists and artisans. bridge? Can your bridge withstand the shake rattle and Make a different masterpiece each day, including a dot art roll challenge? Explore the world of birds and beasts canvas, a mini Pakistani bus, a mud art painting on fabric with birdhouse building and our super bug investigation.
and an imperial Russian egg! Register: 314-991-8000. Speaking of birds, what did Hooty the owl have for dinner? S ummer C amps A mouse? A Squirrel? A Frog? Kids will dissect owl pellets Age Fee Location and reconstruct Hooty’s dinner. Enter the Mad Science Grades $207/camper St. Louis Carousel chemistry lab and mix, mash, and brew concoctions to K-5 create cool sidewalk chalk and bath fizzers! Assemble and control pulleys, levers, catapults, simple machines, and Day Date Time megapinchers! It’s a week packed with non-stop science T - F 5/28-5/31 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. fun! Advance registration is required by calling 314-991- 8000. Camp Eagle’s Nest Age Fee Location Our two-week session day camps offer a variety of sports, 5-12 $207/camper Queeny Park crafts, theme days, nature programs, games, and swimming daily. Campers begin their day indoors with breakfast and Day Date Time morning stretches and dance to get them energized for a T - F 5/28 - 5/31 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. fun day. Campers participate in outdoor activities which are modified during extreme heat. Lunch is provided daily, Age Fee Location but campers are welcome to bring their own food, snacks Grades $207/camper St. Louis Carousel and beverages. Advance registration is required. Call 314- K-5 615-8841 or 314-615-8839. Before care is available from Day Date Time 7 - 9 a.m. for $15, after care is available from 3 - 6 p.m. for $22.50. (No Camp Week of July 4th). T - F 7/1-7/5* (No camp 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 7/4) Age Fee Location 5-12 $60/camper/week NCRC Day Date Time M - F 6/3 - 6/7 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. M - F 6/10 - 6/14 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. M - F 6/17 - 6/21 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. M - F 6/24 - 6/28 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. M - F 7/8 - 7/12 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. M - F 7/15 - 7/19 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. M - F 7/22 - 7/26 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. M - F 7/29 - 8/2 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. M - F 8/5 - 8/9 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Junior First Responder Camp Does your child want to learn about saving lives? Do they have an interest in learning more about firefighting, NCRC Counselor In Training (C.I.T.) emergency services or law enforcement? Youth between the ages of 13-15, prepare to become Firefighters, EMS providers and law enforcement camp counselors with hands on training at the Eagle’s professionals are the 1st Responders that work together to Nest Camp. They will learn to work with ages 5-12 and save lives every day. During this 5-day camp, participants have training focused on safety, group leadership, activity will learn from professionals who work and train as 1st development and much more. Session dates are the same responders in our community including: Police Tactical as Camp Eagles Nest’s and Fee is $30 per week. Advance Operations, Helicopters, K9 Demonstrations, Crime Scene, registration required by calling 314-615-8841. Bomb & Arson, Water Safety, 1st Aid, Mounted Patrol and Age Fee Location Fire Safety. Also, be the 1st to try out our Mud Mania Mud Pit! Call: 314 615-8472 for information and reservations. 13-15 $30/week NCRC Age Fee Location 11-14 $100/child Queeny Park Day Date Time M - F 6/24 - 6/28 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
stlouisco.com/parks l (314) 615-4FUN 13 Summer Camps 14 Main (Front)Entrance.*NocamptheweekofJuly1 Museum CirclenearthePark’s House DeckinLaumeier’s day Art CampsareheldoutdoorsontheSitemanCarriage and more! The averagestaff-to-camperratiois1:5.Half- and sculptures;enjoysnacktime,games,storytelling trails appropriate, themedartprojects;exploreLaumeier’s 9:00 a.m.–12:00p.m.eachday, camperscreateage- toward creative,energeticyoungstersages4to6.From one-week,half-day Laumeier’s Art Campsaregeared Half-Day Art Camps(Ages4to6) information. at www.laumeier.org orcall(314).615.5268formore and individualskill-buildingexperiences.Registeronline development andself-expressionthroughsocialinteraction Artist-Instructors andarestructuredtoencourageartistic summer long! Art Campsaretaughtbylocal,experienced than onesessionforuniqueandengagingexperiencesall Each weekfeaturesadifferenttheme,soregisterformore exhibitions, fordrawing,painting,sculptingandmore. artworksonviewandgallery inspiration inLaumeier’s enjoy fielddayactivities,weeklypoolvisits,andfind processes, andcreateamazingworksofart!Participants woodland trails,experimentwithavarietyofartmediaand Campers learnaboutartiststhroughouthistory, explore Summer Art CampsatLaumeier M -F M -F M -F M -F M -F M -F Day 4-6 Age Spring & Summer2019 Activity Guide 7/22 -7/26 7/15 -7/19 7/8 -7/12 6/24 -6/28 6/17 -6/21 6/10 -6/14 Date $120/session Fee Toy Tales Art Illusions Concoctions Crazy Art Another Dimension Hidden Worlds Color Collision Theme Laumeier SculpturePark Location additional feesapply. *NocamptheweekofJuly1 Day isavailableinweeklymorningandafternoonsessions; Garden nearthePark’s West (Back)Entrance.Extended the EducationSheltersinEmersonChildren’s Sculpture camper ratiois1:7.Full-day Art Campsareheldoutdoorsat Swimming Pool(weatherpermitting). The averagestaff-to- Camps spendoneafternooneachweekattheSunsetHills and enjoylunchatadifferentsculpturesite!Full-day Art outdoorgalleries; studio sessions;exploreLaumeier’s a varietyofcontemporaryartmediaandprocessesindaily artists andarthistorythroughhands-onactivities;practice each day, campers(dividedintogroupsbyage)learnabout creative, activekidsages6to12.From9:00a.m.–3:00p.m. one-week,full-day Laumeier’s Art Campsaredesignedfor Full-Day Art Camps(Ages6to12) (314).615.5268 formoreinformation. runs intwo-weeksessions.Visit www.laumeier.org orcall day programisheldfrom9:00a.m.-3:00p.m.dailyand a galleryexhibitionattheendofeachsession. This full- instructors, andlearnthetechniquestodisplayartwith use avarietyofartmaterials,workwithguestartistsand artist—all inafunandrelaxingatmosphere.Participants developing theirideasandidentifyingwhotheyareasan The new Teen Art Programassistsyoungartistsin (Ages 13to17) Laumeier Teen Art Program Session 3 Session 2 Session 1 Session 13-17 Age M -F M -F M -F M -F M -F M -F M -F Day 6-12 Age 7/29 -8/2 7/22 -7/26 7/15 -7/19 7/8 -7/12 6/24 -6/28 6/17 -6/21 6/10 -6/14 Date $210/session Fee $420/session Fee Creations STEAM intoKinetic Toy Tales Art Illusions Concoctions Crazy Art Another Dimension Hidden Worlds Color Collision Theme Laumeier SculpturePark Location 7/22 -8/2 7/8 -7/19 6/10 -6/21 Date Laumeier SculpturePark Location PLAY-WELL Abra-Kid-Abra Camps at Affton TEKnologies Community Ctr. Discounts are available for registering the same child for Camps multiple camps. All campers should bring a sack lunch, drink and a snack each day. To register visit www.abrakid.com/ Jedi Engineering with LEGO register or call (314) 961-6912. Materials Circus Stars Camp Explore engineering principles by designing and building Walk on stilts! Ride a unicycle! These are just a couple S ummer C amps projects using LEGO materials such as X-Wings, R2 Units, tricks you’ll learn in this Abra-Kid-Abra camp. You’ll learn Energy Catapults, Defense Turrets and Settlements from juggling, plate spinning, clown acts, animal balloons, and a galaxy far far away! Create motorized and architectural much more! Plus we are introducing some brand new projects with imagination and engineering to defeat the juggling and balancing skills this year. Camp culminates Empire. Advanced Registration is required at www.play-well. with the students performing an amazing circus for their org. family and friends. Age Fee Location Age Fee Location 5-7 $136.50/child PAL 6-12 $105/camper ACC Day Date Time Day Date Time M - F 6/24 - 6/28 9 a.m. - Noon M - W 7/1 - 7/3 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Jedi Master Engineering with LEGO Thinking Outside the Magic Hat Materials Camp Discover key engineering concepts such as gear trains, Walk on stilts! Ride a unicycle! These are just a couple worm drives, pneumatics and eccentric motion. Build tricks you’ll learn in this Abra-Kid-Abra camp. You’ll learn projects from LEGO materials such as X-Wings, AT-AT juggling, plate spinning, clown acts, animal balloons, and walkers, Pod Racers, Star Destroyers, Cloud Cities, much more! Plus we are introducing some brand new Settlements, Fortresses, and other complex machines juggling and balancing skills this year. Camp culminates and structures from a galaxy far, far away. Advanced with the students performing an amazing circus for their Registration is required at www.play-well.org. family and friends. Age Fee Location Age Fee Location 8-12 $136.50/child PAL 6-12 $140/camper ACC Day Date Time Day Date Time M - F 6/24 - 6/28 1-4 p.m. M - Th 7/15 - 7/18 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Comedy Camp It’s funny how much fun you can have when you’re learning to be funny! Learn comedy by doing it at Kids Comedy Camp. You’ll master the secrets of stand-up, sketch, and Abra-Kid-Abra Camp improvisation comedy. Take home a new gag each day such These summer camps are a fun way for kids to spend a as a rubber chicken, squirt rings, gag glasses and more. At week and to learn new things and make new friends. Each week’s end you’ll display your newly enhanced confidence, camp ends with a short presentation by the campers to creativity, performance skills and sense of humor in a show parents to exhibit the new skills the campers learned that for family and friends. week. Kids receive a fun take home item on the last day Age Fee Location so that they can continue to learn at home. Campers need to bring a non-perishable lunch with drink and snack each 6-12 $140/camper ACC day. Camp runs each week Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Day Date Time To Register please call Abra-Kid-Abra at 314-961-6912 or M - Th 7/29 - 8/1 9 a.m.-3 p.m. www.abrakid.com Age Fee Location Kindergarten $175/child PAL - 5th Grade Day Date Theme M - F 6/10 - 6/14 Thinking Outside the Hat M - F 6/17 - 6/21 Circus Arts M - F 7/8 - 7/12 Comedy-Kid-Abra M - F 7/15 - 7/19 Magic Mystery Camp stlouisco.com/parks l (314) 615-4FUN 15 Summer Camps 16 314-991-8000. a lookatrocketsandourGalacticneighborhood.Register: We don’tstopthere,weheadoutoftheatmospherewith of aerodynamicsandflightwiththehelpNewton’s laws. build manydifferentflyingdevicesandexplorethescience eye viewofthehistoryandscienceflight.Your child will this weeklong,handsonprogramwillgivechildrenabird’s From theearliestflyingmachinestofirstrocketflights, Camp Wings andThingsMadScience calling 314-991-8000. science thatspiesuse! Advance registrationisrequiredby performing tasksaswetakeahands-oninvestigationofthe crime scenes!Becomeasuperspyandlearncleverwaysof Figure outthescienceofforensicsinahands-onlookat the scienceinvolvedinevidencegatheringandanalysis! glasses! Stepintotheshoesofadetectiveasyouuncover spy techequipmentandtakehomelotsofgadgetslike night vision,campershavetheopportunitytocheckout the basics:Fromdecodingmessagestometaldetectorand Ever dreamofbecomingasecretagent?We’ll startwith Camp Mad Science“Secret Agent Lab” M -F Day 5-12 Age M -F Day K-5 Grades Age Spring & Summer2019 Activity Guide 7/29 -8/2 Date $255/camper Fee 7/22-7/26 Date $255/camper Fee 9 a.m.-3p.m. Time Queeny Park Location 9 a.m.-3p.m. Time St. LouisCarousel Location
More info on page 7! Volunteer Opportunities GET INVOLVED
Join the team! Individuals, families and groups will Trail Crew have fun and make friends while giving back to their Help build new trails, extensions to existing trails or repair community by working as a St. Louis County Parks trails. Projects include limb removal, erosion control, tree volunteer. For more information call our volunteer trimming and general maintenance. We collaborate with coordinator at Gateway Off-Road Cyclists to design, build and maintain our trails! Tools, gloves, water and lunch are provided. (314) 615-8VOL (8865) or email [email protected]. Volunteers ages 12-15 must be accompanied by an adult. Advance registration required by calling (314) 615-8822 Honeysuckle Removal or email [email protected] minimum 2 weeks prior to Invasive bush honeysuckle is destroying forest understory project. by blocking sunlight from other species. Contact our partner, the Open Space Council, to volunteer for weekend Day Date Time Location honeysuckle removal & other environment-enhancing Saturday 3/23 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Greensfelder Park projects; email [email protected] or call 314-835-9225 (Glassberg Shelter) for project dates & sites! Saturday 4/20 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Greensfelder Park (Glassberg Shelter) Corporate & school groups can schedule weekday honeysuckle removal projects with us to fit your group’s Trail Watch availability & site preference; group projects usually run 2-3 Trail Watch is a volunteer program in which hikers, cyclist, hours & must be planned minimum 1 month in advance. skaters and equestrians assist park rangers in monitoring Groups provide their own lunches if applicable, but can use the many trails in our St. Louis County parks. There are available park shelters at no cost! more than 144 miles of trails in St. Louis County Parks & we need your help monitoring them! As a Trail Watch To schedule a weekday Honeysuckle Removal project, Volunteer, you’ll assist Park Rangers in keeping our trails email [email protected] or call 314-615-8822 at least 4 safe and enjoyable for all. Volunteers, ages 16 years weeks prior to your preferred project date. and older, must attend an initial two-hour orientation (one held every fall and spring) where Park Rangers teach trail etiquette & reporting procedures. Trail Watch Volunteers serve as ambassadors, but do not intervene in dangerous situations (only report them). Advance registration required by calling (314) 615-8822 or emailing [email protected]. Day Date Time Location Wednesday 4/17 7 - 9 p.m. Greensfelder Rec Complex in Queeny Park
Please visit our volunteer website at www.stlouisco.com/ParksandRecreation/GetInvolved/Volunteers to learn about many other ongoing volunteer opportunities or call our volunteer coordinator at (314) 615-8865. ARCHERY Did you know your St. Louis County Parks have archery ranges available? Ranges are available in the following parks:
» Jefferson Barracks Park » Creve Coeur Park » Buder Park, which also has a very unique ADA Accessible range that is great for kids or those with disabilities.
Our trained facilitators can custom design a course based on your team’s goals, needs and abilities.
Weddings 10 Beautiful Sites Bee Tree With St. Louis County Parks Mansion Garden ✳ 150 Maximum Overlook Memorial ✳ 30 Maximum We offer a variety of unique outdoor Bissell wedding venues, Let the flowers Rose Garden ✳ 80 Maximum speak for themselves at one of our garden locations, or transform one of Jefferson Barracks our pavilions to reflect your own style. Laborer’s House Patio✳ 100 Maximum These effortlessly beautiful locations Queeny offer picture perfect backdrops for your Barn Courtyard Garden ✳ 50 Max special day. Queeny Jarville Gardens ✳ 100 Max Cliff Cave Riverside Pavillions ✳ 200 Maximum
Contact Us: Creve Couer Eileen Pfeifer Pavillion ✳ 30 Maximum For more information, call (314) 615-4386 Faust Park St. Louis Carousel ✳ 200 Maximum Thornhill Mansion Grounds ✳ 150 Maximum Find us Online: For Faust weddings call (314) 615-8344 Visit our website for additional details and pictures: www.stlouisco.com/Parks/Weddings Become a Master Gardener! Call today for information on how to get started! * (314) 577-9442 *
Check out our Children’s Garden Club! (Info on page 11)
Gardening Keep our Parks Beautiful Honor a loved one, friend, organization or Individuals, families & groups can have fun, make event through the Urban Tree Program. friends and enhance the environment by volunteering The donation level you choose will benefit as a gardener for St. Louis County Parks! Come join us for spring & the St. Louis County Park system by summer gardening chores at parks all around the County! helping with reforestation of our urban Volunteers work one morning per week with Master Gardeners and forests. Options including donating Parks Horticulture Staff.Gardening volunteer groups at all sites begin a tree, a recycled plastic park the first week of April and run through October: Contact us at sbell@ bench with a bronze plaque stlouisco.com or (314) 615-8865 for more information. for engraving or a bevel-edged Day Time Location commemorative brick for Tuesday 8 - 11 a.m. Jefferson Barracks engraving. Laborers House Tuesday 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. Faust Park Contact Jan Blassie at Conway House [email protected] or Wednesday 8 - 11 a.m. Queeny Park Barn off Mason (314) 822-8151 for more information Road Thursday 9 a.m. - Noon Laumeier Sculpture Park * Urban Tree Program* Friday 8 - 11 a.m. Faust Park - Carousel stlouisco.com/parks l (314) 615-4FUN 19 Aquatics Deep Water Class Deep Water Class uses a flotation belt for suspension Mom & Tot Splash Time in the water and features a full body workout of cardio, These sessions will provide mothers and tots (ages 4 and strengthening and core work exercise. Call (314) 615-8877 under) an opportunity to interact in the tot pool area on for more information. No pre-registration required. Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Age Fee Location June 4- Aug 8. Call 314-615-8839 for more information. 18+ $5 for members, $7 Pavilion at Lemay Age Fee Location for non-members Pool 4 and under $2/adult (kids are free) NCRC Pool Day Date Time M / W 6/10 - 7/31 9 - 9:45 a.m. Terrific Tadpoles Terrific Tadpoles is a preschool play time for parents/guard- ians with children ages 5 years and under. This is a great time to come enjoy the leisure pool without being over- River Walking River Walking is for adults that would like to utilize the lazy
Aq uatics whelmed by a large crowd. Admission to public swim (at river for walking against the current. River Walking will be noon) is not included in this special time. All members and during the same time as Terrific Tadpoles. Admission to guests must clear the pool deck by 11:45 a.m. No pre-regis- public swim (at noon) is not included in this program. No in- tration required: visit http://www.stlouisco.com/parks/lemay ner tubes are allowed at this time. All members and guests or call 314-615-8877 for more information. must clear the pool deck by 11:45 a.m. No pre-registration required: visit http://www.stlouisco.com/parks/lemay or call Age Fee Location 314-615-8877 for more information. 5 and under FREE/members, $2/non- Pavilion member child Or purchase at Lemay Age Fee Location a $45 quick scan access Pool 18+ FREE/members, $2/non- Pavilion card and get access all member child Or purchase at Lemay season long (available thru a $45 quick scan access Pool June 14) card and get access all Day Date Time season long (available thru M - F 6/3 - 8/2 10:30 - June 14) 11:30 a.m. Day Date Time M - F 6/3 - 8/2 10:30 - Kids Water Safety Class 11:30 a.m. This FREE program will be geared towards introducing kids to basic water safety procedures and getting comfortable in a water environment. The classes will be hosted by certified Water Aerobics lifeguards. Parent/guardian needs to be present during Get a cardiovascular workout, tone your body and lose lesson. Call 314-615-8839 for more information. weight while remaining cool in the water. With water Age Fee Location aerobics you do not need to know how to swim. Advanced registration is required. Call 314-615-8788. 5-12 Free NCRC Pool Age Fee Location Day Date Time 18+ $40/person STV Pool Saturdays 6/8 - 8/3 11 a.m. - Noon Day Date Time M / W 6/3 - 7/31 6:30-7:30 p.m. Aqua Motion Class Features impact free exercises designed to improve Tone and sculpt your body with no impact to your joints. balance, agility, posture, flexibility and core strength. Call This popular water aerobics workout is a swimming blend (314) 615-8877 for more information. No pre-registration of cardio and resistance training, and may incorporate required. resistance tools such as buoyant water weights and noodles.Call 314-615-8839. Age Fee Location Age Fee Location 18+ $5 for members, $7 Pavilion at Lemay for non-members Pool 18+ $5/person NCRC Pool Day Date Time Day Date Time M / W 6/10 - 7/31 8 - 8:45 a.m. M / W 6/3 - 8/7 6:30-7:30 p.m. Saturdays 6/8 - 8/10 11 a.m. - Noon
20 Spring & Summer 2019 Activity Guide National Hot Dog Day Join us as we celebrate National Hot Dog Day on Wednesday, July 17th! Free hot dogs will be handed out to Aquatic patrons while supplies last at Kennedy Recreation Center and St. Vincent Community Center. Special Events Age Fee Locations All Ages Pool admission KRC Pool National Bomb Pop Day STV Pool
Celebrate National Bomb Pop Day on Thursday, June Day Date Time Aq uatics 27th! Free bomb pops will be handed out to patrons while Wednesday 7/17 Varies supplies last at Kennedy Recreation Center, St. Vincent Community Center, the Pavilion at Lemay and North County Recreation Complex. National Vanilla Ice Cream Day Celebrate National Vanilla Ice Cream Day on Tuesday, July Age Fee Locations 23rd! Free vanilla ice cream will be handed out to patrons All Ages Pool admission KRC Pool while supplies last at Kennedy Recreation Center and St. STV Pool Vincent Community Center. Pavilion at Lemay Pool NCRC Pool Age Fee Locations Day Date Time All Ages Pool admission KRC Pool STV Pool Thursday 6/27 Varies Day Date Time National Sunglasses Day Tuesday 7/23 Varies National Sunglasses Day is Thursday, June 27. Join us in celebrating and cool off with a cool treat and cool sunglasses! Pavilion staff will be giving each guest a bomb Christmas in July Come join us on Thursday, July 25th for Christmas in July! pop and pair of sunglasses upon exit of the pool starting at Kennedy will be decked out in the Christmas spirit and there 2pm (one per person and while supplies last). Join us for will be a special guest appearance. Normal admission rates the fun! apply. Age Fee Locations Age Fee Location All Ages Free for member/ Daily Pavilion at Admission for nonmembers Lemay Pool All Ages Pool Admission KRC Pool Day Date Time Day Date Time Thursday 6/27 2 p.m. Thursday 7/25 Noon – 6 p.m.
Lap Swimming Seniors may enjoy lap swimming and are provided two lap lanes during our Senior Lap Swim! Swimming is a great form of exercise! Come to the Kennedy Recreation Complex to swim some laps in our heated pool! Age Fee Location Age Fee Location 50 + Pool admission KRC Pool All ages Pool admission KRC Pool Day Date Time Day Date Time Friday 6/7 - 7/26 10 - 11:30 a.m. M / W / F 6/3 - 8/2 5 - 6 p.m.
Swimming is a great form of exercise! Swimmers must be proficient and actively swimming laps. No pre-registration required: visit http://www.stlouisco.com/parks/lemay or call 314-615-8877 for more information.
Age Fee Location All ages Free/members Pavilion at Lemay $2/non-members Pool Day Date Time M - Th 6/3 - 8/2 9:45-10:30am
stlouisco.com/parks l (314) 615-4FUN 21 World’s Largest Swim Lesson Join us for The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson on Thursday, June 20. It is a proven fact that Swimming Lessons Save Lives. Participants will receive a WLSL Participant Recognition Certificate and bright orange WLSL “Swimming Lessons Save Lives” wristband. Participants must be registered by June 12 to take part in the June 17-20 swim lesson and receive the prize and certificate. Register online or at the front desk by June 12. Age Fee Location All Ages $40/week Pavilion at Lemay Pool Day Date Time Kennedy Recreation Complex M - Th 6/17 - 6/20 9 a.m. / 9:50 a.m. / 10:40 a.m. Bring your child to the Kennedy Recreation Pool this summer for swim lessons! Our program has an outstanding Age Fee Location 1 to 5 instructor to participant ratio. We have five different All Ages $35/week KRC Pool swim levels designed for children who have never swam before and children looking to improve on their current Day Date Time skills. On the first day of lessons, children will be tested and
Aq uatics M - Th 6/17 - 6/20 10:50 a.m. / 11:30 a.m. / 5:10 p.m. divided up into groups based on their current water skills. All sessions offer the following time options: 10:50 - 11:25 a.m., 11:30 a.m. - 12:05 p.m., 5:10 - 5:45 p.m. For more Swimming Lessons information call (314) 615-5572. Kennedy Recreation Pool does offer private swim lessons! Pavilion at Lemay These are 1:1 lessons between an instructor and child The Pavilion at Lemay’s Learn-to-Swim program covers offered while the pool is open daily from 3-6 PM. Call (314) basic water safety and proficiency in the water. It is the 615-5572 for pricing today! perfect program for anyone who wants to be safe around the water and/or improve on their current skill level. Lessons Age Fee Location are for swimmers age 3 years and older and have a class 3+ $35/child/ KRC Pool size of one instructor to up to five swimmers. Children will session be tested on the first day of lessons and divided into groups Day Date Time based on their current water skills. Please register by the Wednesday before each week of lessons begin. To register: M - Th 6/3 - 6/6 see description visit www.stlouisco.com/parks or call 314-615-8877Session M - Th 6/10 - 6/13 see description time options are: 9 - 9:40 a.m. / 9:50 - 10:30 a.m. / 10:40 - 11:20 a.m. M - Th 6/17 - 6/20 see description Age Fee Location M - Th 6/24 - 6/27 see description 3-15 $40/week Pavilion at Lemay Pool M - Th 7/8 - 7/11 see description Day Date Time M - Th 7/15 - 7/18 see description M - Th 6/10 - 6/13 see description M - Th 7/22 - 7/25 see description M - Th 6/17 - 6/20 see description M - Th 7/29 - 8/1 see description M - Th 6/24 - 6/27 see description M - Th 7/8 - 7/11 see description St. Vincent Community Center This swimming course is designed to help people of all ages M - Th 7/15 - 7/18 see description and varying abilities develop water safety, survival and swim M - Th 7/22 - 7/25 see description skills. Swimmers work through age appropriate levels as they master basic through advanced skills. The fee is $30 North County Recreation Complex per session. Call 314-615-8788 for more information. Swim lessons for all ages will consist of 8 classes over 4 Age Fee Location weeks. Call 314-615-8839 to register. Lessons will occur 3+ $30/child/ STV Pool during the following days and time. session Age Fee Location Day Date Time 3+ $40/child/ NCRC Pool session M - Th 6/3-6/13 10 - 11 a.m. Day Date Time M - Th 6/17-6/27 10 - 11 a.m. M / W 6/3-6/26 6 - 7 p.m. M - Th 7/1-7/11 10 - 11 a.m. T / Th 6/4-6/27 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. M - Th 7/15-7/25 10 - 11 a.m. M / W 7/8-7/31 6 - 7 p.m. T/Th 6/4-6/27 6:15 - 7:45 p.m. T / Th 7/9-8/1 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. T/Th 7/2-8/1 6:15 - 7:45 p.m.
22 Spring & Summer 2019 Activity Guide Night in the Wild- Camping and Adventures GREAT Don’t miss this rare chance to camp near elk and bison! Anyone can join in- families, friends, scouts and OUTDOORS church groups- all are welcome. Join us on a night hike, canoeing on the lake, learning about trees and the natural
environment, discover Geocaching, roast marshmallows GREAT OUTDOORS Geo-Poker and so much more! Check in between 2-3 p.m. Bring Prevent Cabin Fever! Come out to the parks for a fun your own camping gear, dinner and breakfast. Check- out afternoon of hiking, poker, GPS and treasure-hunting. Hike time will be 10 a.m. on Sunday. Advanced registration is through the woods using your GPS unit (or a GPS app required. Call 314-615-8822. on your smartphone) and search for hidden containers. Age Fee Location Inside the containers are tokens- grab one and trade them All ages $12/person Lone Elk Park in for playing cards. See how good your poker hand ends up being! Beverages and warming fires provided at some Day Date Time sites. Fun prizes for all. A grand prize for the best overall Sa - Su 4/13 - 4/14 2 p.m.-10 a.m. poker hand will be awarded at the end of the series. The more times you join us, the better your chances. Advanced registration required, call: 314 615-8472. Cliff Cave Capers Explore Cliff Cave with a Park Ranger. Learn about the Age Fee Time cave’s history, geology and see the animals that call the All ages $8/person 2 p.m. cave home. Participants should be prepared to get wet and muddy and bring a flashlight. No sandals or open toed Day Date Location shoes. Do not wear any clothing or bring any equipment Saturday 3/23 Queeny Park/Mason that has been used in any other cave. They will not be Rd allowed in Cliff Cave. We will provide helmets and caving Saturday 4/14 Faust Thornhill Area lights. Advance registration is required. Call 314-615-8822. Age Fee Location Geocaching 101 7+ $8/person Cliff Cave Park Join members of the St. Louis Geocachers Association Day Date Time (SLAGA) to learn about this fun adventure game. There will be a classroom session, followed by an opportunity to Saturday 7/13 10 a.m.-Noon / 1-3 p.m. find geocaches in the park with the help of experienced Saturday 8/10 10 a.m.-Noon / 1-3 p.m. geocachers. You will learn about: Rules of the game, geocache placement, using the geocaching.com website, Saturday 9/7 10 a.m.-Noon / 1-3 p.m. handheld receivers and travel bugs. Advanced reservations Saturday 9/14 10 a.m.-Noon / 1-3 p.m. recommended. Call 314 615-8472.
Age Fee Location All ages $6/person Queeny Park/GRC Day Date Time Saturday 3/30 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday 6/1 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday 9/7 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Bluebird House Building Join a St. Louis County Park Ranger in building your very own bluebird house. Help provide a home for our state bird. We will provide all the building materials but please bring a hammer. Advanced registration is required. Call 314 615- 4386. Age Fee Location All ages $8/person Suson Park (Spindler Shelter) Day Date Time Saturday 3/23 3-5 p.m.
stlouisco.com/parks l (314) 615-4FUN 23 GREAT OUTDOORS 24 8800. through theSt.LouisCountywebsiteorbycalling314-615- stops. Spaceislimited. Advanced registrationrequired will explaintheirtimeperiod,uniformsandequipmentduring re-enactor vignettesthroughoutthepark. The re-enactors Enjoy ahayridethroughhistoricJeffersonBarrackswith Living HistoryHayrides Call 314-615-4386. equipment isprovided.Noadvanceregistrationrequired. take arelaxingcanoerideonthelake. All canoesafety Spanish LakePark.Enjoyahayridearoundtheparkor National NightOutwithyourfriendsandneighborsat Join theSt.LouisCountyParkRangersandcelebrate Park National NightOutatSpanishLake 8822. this day). Advanced reservationsrequired.Call314615- different batspecies.(We willnotbeenteringthecaveon We willalsotakeashorthiketoCliff Cave; hometoseveral with mountinginstructionsfortheirresidentbat’s newhome. hibernation. Participantswillbuildabathouseandleave by providingasuitableshelterfortheirlongwinter’s Learn howyoucanhelpourlocalbatpopulations Build aBatHouse calling 314-615-8328orvisitingourwebsite. pets notallowed. Advanced reservationsarerequiredby limited. Oneadultper2childrenisrequired.Fortheirsafety, breakfast provided/bringyourowncampinggear. Space Territory beforesleepingunderthestars.Dinnerand stands. ExplorethelifeofanearlypioneerinLouisiana houseinMissouristill where theoldestexistinggovernor’s Campout onthesiteofanoriginalSpanishlandgrant, A RendezvouswiththePast Age Tuesday Day All ages Age Sunday Sunday Day 10+ Age Sa -Su Day All ages Age All ages Day Saturday Sunday Spring & Summer2019 Activity Guide 5/18 -5/19 Date $30/person Fee Fee 8/6 Date Free Fee 8/11 5/5 Date $15/bat house Fee $7/perosn Date 9/7 9/8 Location Jefferson BarracksPark Time 10 a.m./1p.m.3 10 a.m./1p.m. /3p.m. 4 p.m.-9a.m. Time Faust Park Location 5:30-7:30 p.m. Time Spanish LakePark Location 5:30-7:30 p.m. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Time (Riverside Shelter) Cliff CavePark Location Reservations required.Call314615-8822. or smartphonewithGPScapabilitytofollowtheclues. dig untilthetreasureisunearthed. You willneedaGPS then useyourhandsorbringaplasticbeachshoveland final “Treasure” hiddeninthebeach!“X”marksspot, Coordinates) aroundthepark.Clueswillleadyouto out toCreveCoeurParkandfollowthepirateclues(GPS Celebrate “Talk LikeaPirateDay”bybeingpirate!Come Pirate GeocacheTreasure Dig e-mail [email protected]. for thehistorybuffandnaturelover. Call314-615-8800or history andnatureprograms. This isamust-doexperience Other activitiesmayincludechildren’s games,hayridesand journey. SchoolsmaysignupforthefieldtripdayonFriday. the laststopofLewis&ClarkontheirCorpsDiscovery site, America’s firstfortwestoftheMississippiRiverand Fort BelleFontaine.Enjoytoursofthisimportanthistorical views oftheMissouriRiverfromatopriverbluffsat Experience thechangeofseasonswithbreathtaking Fort BelleFontaineDays 8822 forinformation. closed toeshoesandbringinsectrepellant.Call314615- on roughterrain.Dressappropriatelyfortheweather, wear unique parksinSt.Louis. You mustbeabletowalk 2miles animals andplantsthatmakeLoneElkoneofthemost of theWhiteBison Trail youwilllearnaboutthehistory, Elk ParkonthisRangerledhike.Whilewalkingaportion Come outandlearnaboutthemajesticinhabitantsofLone Lone ElkInterpretiveHike Sa &Sun Day All ages Age Sunday Day All ages Age Thursday Thursday Day All ages Age 9/20 &9/21 Date of 30 Trips -$40forgroups Friday SchoolField Fee 9/22 Date $8/person Fee 4/11 3/28 Date Free Fee Fun ontheWater Happy Trails& 3-5 p.m. Time Bell Shelter) Creve CoeurPark(Taco Location 1-3 p.m. 10 a.m.-Noon Time Lone ElkPark(VC) Location 10 a.m.-2p.m. Time Fontaine Fort Belle Location Chubb Trail Ride Bring your own horse and join the St. Louis County Parks Mounted Patrol on a guided trail-ride. We will start at White Tail Shelter in Lone Elk Park and ride the Chubb Trail, then return to Lone Elk for a box lunch. After lunch, you will have a rare opportunity to ride the White Bison Trail in Lone Elk. Lunch and drink provided. Bring extra snacks and water for the ride. Advanced Registration Required: Call 314 615- GREAT OUTDOORS 8822. Age Fee Location 12+ $12/person Lone Elk Park/ White St. Patty’s Day Float on the Tail Shelter Day Time Meramec River St. Louis County Park Rangers will lead this 7-mile float on Wednesday 4/24 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. the Meramec River. This is a chance to get out early, get rid of the winter blahs and check out the Meramec River Valley. You will slip past rich forests, steep hillsides, and towering Moonlight Chubb Trail Bike Ride bluffs as you make your way down the river. Floaters will On the 3rd Wednesday of the month between January and meet at the boat launch at Castlewood State Park and travel December ride the Chubb Trail after dark. Start your ride to the put-in at Route 66 State Park. Bring a lunch, water, from the Lone Elk Park-Chubb Trailhead and go at your own binoculars and other personal items you will need for this pace. This is not a guided tour. This steep and narrow trail all day float. Canoes, paddles and life jackets are provided. along the Meramec River Valley is suggested for advanced Advance registration is required. Call 314-615-8822. to expert riders only. High intensity bicycle lights of at least Age Fee Location 400 lumens are recommended. Program presented in cooperation with Sunset Cyclery, 314-966-5505. Helmets 8+ $40/canoe Meramec River required for all ages. Call 314-615-4386. Day Date Time Age Fee Location Sunday 3/17 8 a.m.-5 p.m. All ages Free Lone Elk Park Day Date Time Bring Your Own Boat at Simpson Wednesdays Jan. - Mar. 7-10 p.m. Park Wednesdays Apr. - Oct. 8-11 p.m. Bring your own boat (no motors) and join us on a full moon paddle at Simpson Park Lake. Enjoy a moonlit paddle and Wednesdays Nov. - Dec. 7-10 p.m. then come ashore near the Blue Heron Shelter to feast on all-you-can-eat hot dogs, a beverage and a bonfire Full Moon Bike Ride and Walk at complete with marshmallows to roast. Advance registration is suggested. Call 314-615-8822. Simpson Park Explore the trail around Simpson Lake by the light of the Age Fee Location full moon. Your fee includes a bonfire with marshmallows All ages $5/person Simpson Park and an all-you-can-eat hot dog roast and a beverage. Each person must have a flashlight. All bikers need to have a Day Date Time mounted, functioning light on their bike. Helmets required Friday 6/15 7-10 p.m. for ages 16 and under. Meet at Blue Heron Shelter. Advance Saturday 8/16 7-10 p.m. registration is required. Call 314-615-8822. Age Fee Location All ages $5/person Simpson Park Full Moon Paddle at Simpson Park This is a rare opportunity to paddle a canoe on Simpson Day Date Time Lake after hours by the light of the full moon. Fee includes Friday 6/15 7-10 p.m. canoe rental, all-you-can-eat hot dogs, a beverage, and a bonfire complete with marshmallows to roast. Meet at Blue Saturday 8/16 7-10 p.m. Heron Shelter. Advance registration is required. Call 314- 615-8822. Age Fee Location 7+ $25/canoe Simpson Park Day Date Time Friday 6/15 7-8:30 p.m. Friday 6/15 8:30-10 p.m. Saturday 8/16 7-8:30 p.m. Saturday 8/16 8:30-10 p.m. stlouisco.com/parks l (314) 615-4FUN 25 Gone Fish’n St. Louis Urban Fishing Program 50th Anniversary
Youth Fishing Lessons at Suson 50 years of close-to-home fishing fun! Park Join a St. Louis County Park Ranger to learn the basics In 2019, the St. Louis Urban Fishing Program (UFP) of fishing. Children will learn how to tie knots, identify a celebrates its 50th anniversary of providing close-to-home variety of fish species and rig fishing poles for a safe and fishing opportunities for St. Louisans. This year there will successful fishing experience. Fishing equipment will be be special events and bigger fish stockings as we celebrate provided. Space is limited. Advance registration is required. the oldest and one of the largest programs in the USA in Call 314-615-4386. partnership with the Missouri Department of Conservation. Age Fee Location 8-15 $6/child Suson Rearing Pond Family Fishing The Missouri Department of Conservation will be doing a Day Date Time special fish stocking for this free event! Bring your own gear Tuesday 4/23 4:30-6 p.m. and stop by for some fishing with the family.
GREAT OUTDOORS Tuesday 4/30 4:30-6 p.m. Age Fee Location All ages Free Suson Park and Bella Introduction to Youth Fishing Derby Fontaine Park Parents bring out the kids for a fun morning of fishing with your children! There will be prizes given for many Day Date Time categories. Meet at Leo Wilson Shelter. Advance Saturday 5/4 8 a.m. - Noon registration is requested. Call 314-615-8839.
Age Fee Location Discover Nature Fishing Fishing is a great way to connect families with the outdoors. 5-12 $5/person NCRC It’s a good tool to introduce children to healthier lifestyles Day Date Time and strengthening family bonds. The St. Louis County Park Saturday 5/4 10 a.m. - Noon Rangers will lead this program and provide free lessons to help kids and families gain skills and confidence to enjoy fishing. Equipment and bait is provided for participant use. Late Night Fishing Call 314-615-8911 for more information. Every second Saturday of the month, April-October, Suson, Age Fee Times Simpson, Creve Coeur and Spanish Lake Parks stay open until 10:30 p.m. for late night fishing. Bring your poles, All ages Free 8 a.m. - Noon baits and lanterns and fish until the wee hours. Fishing Day Date Location is permitted from the bank only in all parks and at Creve Saturday 6/1 Tilles Park Coeur, fishing is only allowed between Dripping Springs and Sailboat Cove. Call 314-615-4386 for more information. Saturday 7/13 Suson Rearing Pond Age Fee Location Saturday 8/10 NCRC All ages Free Suson, Simpson, Creve Coeur & Spanish Lake Parks Day Date Time Saturday 2nd Saturday of each 6-10:30 p.m. month (April 13 - Oct. 12)
Have questions about fishing in Missouri? Visit the Missouri Department of Conservation’s website for information on regulations, permits, events, classes and more! www.mdc.mo.gov
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Jefferson !l Bee Tree County Wrath of Con: Wargaming MEDLEY The first epic miniature wargame convention to be held in the Jefferson Barracks Visitor Center will be built around games most of us can’t play on our dinner table. Talented Re-enactor & Military Collectors wargamers are traveling great distances to Jefferson Barracks for this weekend of intense gaming action. Show Beginners are encouraged to challenge the experienced If you are looking for a special item for re-enacting, or are gamers who may offer advice and share tips, for the first a military collector, this is the event to find whatever it is rounds at least. Concessions are available. All funds go to you want. Re-enactors and memorabilia collectors from all the Friends of Jefferson Barracks to support their historic around the area will have military items for sale or trade preservation mission. For information call 314-615-8882 or from the Revolutionary War period to World War II. This is email [email protected]. Game masters are eligible for a wonderful opportunity to pick up the rare collectible or discounted admission. simply view the wide array of history related items. Call 314- 615-8800 or e-mail [email protected]. Age Fee Location Age Fee Location All ages $10/day Jefferson Barracks
MEDLEY All ages $15 booth rental Pavilion at Lemay $15 for a Visitor Center $3 per person weekend pass. Day Date Time Day Date Time Saturday 3/23 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday 4/6 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday 4/7 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Swap Meet at the Bissell House Clean out the garage, empty the basement and raise some extra cash by bringing your resale goods to the General Spring Cleaning at Faust Park Daniel Bissell House for a swap meet. All unsold items must Being located off Olive Blvd. in Chesterfield makes Faust be removed from the park by sellers. Sellers must register Historic Village a prime location to find all those treasures in advance by calling 314-615-8800, by email jmagurany@ you have been searching for! Vender’s spaces are sold out. stlouisco.com or online through the St Louis County Parks Free admission for shoppers, site is open from 9 a.m. until Website. 2 p.m. Homes of the Historic Village will be open from a free Age Fee Location open house noon to 4pm, for visitors to explore. All ages $20 for outdoor display General Daniel Age Fee Location space; free admission Bissell House All ages Free Faust Park Day Date Time Day Date Time Sa & Sun 6/1 & 6/2 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday 4/27 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Dog Obedience Classes K-9 County Dog Training: All dog breeds as well as mixed breed dogs are welcome. Our primary method is marker training. Some dog breeds may need leash/ collar corrections. Please bring a collar with leash plus treats. Payment, proof of vaccinations and a c o m p l e t e d a p p l i c a t i o n i s r e q u i r e d b e f o r e t h e fi r s t c l a s s . To register and for more info contact training director Dannie at 314/707-9252, or e-mail germanshepherdtrainer@yahoo. com. Eight week program. Age Fee Location South County Flea Markets All ages $95/person/dog ACC Here is your opportunity to clean out your clutter as a vendor or to collect a rare treasure as a buyer. We welcome Day Date Time crafts, antiques and specialty items. Advance registration Thursday 1/24 – 3/14 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. for vendors is required as limited space is available. For information or to register call (314) 615-8820. Thursday 3/28 – 5/16 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Age Fee Location Thursday 5/30 -7/25* (no class 7/4) 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. All Ages Free Admission; ACC Thursday 8/8 – 9/26 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Tables $20 each Thursday 10/10 – 12/5* (no Class 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Day Date Time 11/28) Saturday 3/9, 4/13, 7/13, 9/14, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. 10/12, 11/9, 12/14 28 Spring & Summer 2019 Activity Guide Drawing Workshops An introductory course, taught by instructor Ryan Geris of Drawn Studio, where students will learn how to draw an accurate likeness of the human face. Tools used will primarily include compressed charcoal, vine charcoal, erasers, blending stumps and newsprint. Kid’s Workshop Register at this website for Kid’s Workshop http://ow.ly/ dEh730nlcy4. Registration is required in advance. Call instructor Ryan Greis at 859-816-7718 with any questions.
Age Fee Location MEDLEY 11-16 $89 Members PAL $114 Non Members Beginning Bridge Instruction Day Date Time Don’t be left out when your bridge-playing buddies get together! Learn bidding, play, defense and etiquette used Tuesdays 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 6/4 6-8 p.m. in play in this eight-week course. Call St. Louis Community College-Meramec at 314-984-7777. All classes are ongoing, Adult’s Workshop please call on summer offerings. Register at this website for Adult’s Workshop http://ow.ly/ Age Fee Location WQH330nld02. Registration is required in advance. Call instructor Ryan Greis at 859-816-7718 with any questions. 18+ $89/person ACC Age Fee Location Day Date Time 17+ $89 Members PAL Tuesday 2/12 - 4/16 (No class 3/19 2:45-4:45 p.m. $114 Non Members & 4/2) Day Date Time Intermediate Bridge Instruction Wednesday 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29 6-8 p.m. Instructor will help you learn to play your hand more skillfully. You should have the basic skill of bridge. Call St. Louis Community College-Meramec at 314-984-7777. Stamping with Dina Age Fee Location Get your creativity flowing and create professional qual- ity and one of a kind greeting cards to share with friends 18+ $29/person ACC and family. Dina will walk you thru the process and you will go home with 4 cards (2 each of 2 designs) to impress Day Date Time the one’s you love! These classes are for beginners to Tuesday 4/10 - 5/14 2:45-4:45 p.m. pros! Classes are held monthly on the 2nd Thursday of the month. Registration is required in advance. Contact Dina with questions and to register at 314-971-3003 or dina@ Mah Jongg inkinwithdink.com. American style Mah Jong is played every Thursday at The Pavilion at Lemay. No pre-registration is required. Call for Age Fee Location more information 314-615-8877. 18+ $25/person/class PAL Age Fee Location Day Date Time 21+ $1/person PAL Thursdays 4/11, 5/9, 6/13, 7/11, 10 a.m.-noon or Day Date Time 8/8, 9/12 6-8 p.m. Thursday ongoing 1 - 3 p.m. Visit Tails & Trails, our Dog Park in Open Play Bridge & Mah Jongg Improve your skills or just keep your play on top. You may Queeny Park this Spring & Summer! either play Bridge or Mah Jongg on both days. Call (314) 615-8822 for more information. [email protected] Age Fee Location 18+ $5/session ACC
Day Date Time Wednesday ongoing 7-9 p.m. Thursday ongoing 3-5 p.m.
Call the rainout line to check on closures or delays! (314) 615-RAIN Park Locations North West 11 Bissell House 2 Creve Coeur 18 Bella Fontaine 5 West Tyson 21 Larimore 6 Buder 24 Endicott 7 Tilles 9 Sherman Beach 29 Fort Belle Fontaine 14 Love 32 Kinloch 30 Greensfelder 33 King Memorial 31 Lone Elk 34 Sioux Passage 38 Queeny / Greensfelder 39 Spanish Lake Rec Plex 40 Veterans Memorial / 43 Faust North County Rec Plex 46 Ohlendorf West 42 Champ 53 Unger 59 St. Vincent / 56 Ebsworth / FLW House 57 Simpson St. Vincent Comm. Ctr. 60 McDonnell 65 Castlepoint 76 Schaefer Bend South 3 Sylvan Springs 4 Jefferson Barracks / The Pavilion at Lemay 10 Black Forest 12 St. George 13 Bohrer 15 Lemay 16 Ohlendorf 17 Mathilda-Welmering 22 Affton Comm. Center 28 Suson 35 Bee Tree 37 Laumeier Sculpture Park 41 Cliff Cave 44 Kennedy Rec Plex 45 George Winter 49 Off. Blake C. Snyder 61 Lower Meramec EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
Women on the Western Frontier WWII: D-Day Legendary are the stories of the heroic mountain man and The invasion of Normandy in 1944 stands as one of the soldier of the military forts on American’s western frontier. greatest military undertakings in history. The five beaches Tough, brave men who confronted extremes of weather as well as the supporting airborne operations will be in an uncharted land full of danger as well as opportunity. addressed in this talk, along with the efforts of naval and air But what about the tough, brave women who went with forces supporting the invasion. For information call 314-615- them? Come learn what life was like for these 19th century 8882 or email [email protected]. frontier females. For information call 314-615-8800 or email Age Fee Location [email protected]. All ages Free Jefferson Barracks Park Age Fee Location Day Date Time All ages Free Jefferson Barracks Park Saturday 6/8 1 p.m. Day Date Time Saturday 3/9 11 a.m. WWII: Race across France With the success of Operation Cobra and the breakout EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS French-Indochina/Vietnam from Normandy, the allied armies were in position to chase Visitors will meet with historians exploring, through living a rapidly retreating Wehrmacht out of France. However, history, the French and United States’ military during the logistical problems rivaled German resistance in slowing post-war WWII period though the 1970s in the embattled down the advance and afforded the Nazi regime a chance Southeast Asian countries of that time. The weekend begins to prolong the war. This talk will focus on the rapid drive on Saturday with tours of the living history camps. Learn east, focusing on the break-out itself and the eventual about the uniforms, weapons and equipment. A fun and fighting in Lorraine. For information call 314-615-8882 or educational event for the entire family. Call 314-615-8882 or email [email protected]. email [email protected]. Age Fee Location Age Fee Location All ages Free Jefferson Barracks Park All ages Free Jefferson Barracks Park Day Date Time Day Date Time Saturday 8/10 11 a.m. Saturday 5/18 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday 5/19 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Laumeier Tour Programs Laumeier tours are interactive and designed to engage participants in the relationship between art and nature. Learn More About Pollinators Themed tours provide specific perspective on Laumeier’s Learn how to recognize pollinators in your neighborhood! Permanent Collection to enhance the visitor experience. Why are pollinator gardens important? Most bees, Tours are led by trained Laumeier Docents and last butterflies, bats, birds, and other insects, play a crucial role approximately one hour. Participants are advised to dress in flowering plant reproduction and the production of most appropriately for the season and wear comfortable shoes fruits and vegetables. The fruits and seeds of flowering for walking on uneven pathways. All tours meet in the Visitor plants are an important food source for people and wildlife. Center in the Aronson Fine Arts Center. Visit www.laumeier. In this class you will be taught how to attract pollinators org for more information. by designing gardens with annual and perennial flowers. Presentation will be given by County Pollinator Ambassador, Tours for Individuals Mary Ann Fink. For questions, email dwolter@stlouisco. Age Fee Location com. To register call 314-615-4FUN. All ages $5/person (4+) Laumeier Sculpture Age Fee Location Free for Laumeier Park All ages $10/person Queeny Park (Mason Members Road) Day Date Time Day Date Time Sundays 5/5, 6/2, 7/7, 8/4, 9/1, 2 - 3 p.m. Saturday 5/25 9 a.m.-Noon 10/6
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more! EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS St. Louis County parks are more than meets the eye! Learn information about the historical significance of buildings and grounds through our newly developed story maps! Story map signs provide a digital tour of the parks’ historic elements. Visitors can use a QR code reading app on their phones to scan the signs and learn more about the homes, barns and monuments on the parks’ grounds. Story maps are available for the Faust Historic Village and Grounds, Jefferson Barracks Park and Laumeier Sculpture Park.
School Field Trips
Age Location Program Contact Information Grades: K-8 Faust Park Students learn about history and family life in the 1800s (314) 615-8328 or visit through hands-on activities in an authentic environment. stlouisco.com/Parks/FaustEd Spring registration starts on 8/1, Fall registration begins on 3/1 and must be arranged through the Faust Park office. Ages 6+ Jefferson Living History Field Trips: Come visit with a Frontiersman, (314) 615-8800 or e-mail Barracks Billy Yank, Johnny Reb, a Civil War spy or doctor, an Army [email protected] Park Nurse, a WWI Doughboy, WWII G.I. Joe or Vietnam era grunt. You may also wish to learn about Children on the Frontier. These programs offer school children from kindergarten through high school the opportunity to visit a historic site and learn about the past. Although created to address Missouri’s Core Curriculum standards for students, our programs are popular with many adult groups and organizations. Advance registration is required. All Ages Laumeier Group Walking Tours are a great way to enjoy contemporary Visit www.laumeier.org or call Sculpture Park art and the natural environment at Laumeier! Group Walking (314) 615-5281. Tours last approximately one hour, must be reserved at least three weeks in advance and can be tailored to fit specific needs and interests. Maximum tour size is 150 participants; participation fee is charged for ages 4 and up. Receive one complimentary chaperone admission for every 10 participants!
School Group Tour Pricing [K–12] $3 per person, student groups of 12 or more $36 flat, student groups of 12 or fewer
Community Group Tour Pricing $5 per person, groups of 12 or more $60 flat, groups of 12 or fewer Grades 4 -12 Frank Lloyd Students learn about Frank Lloyd Wright and experience a (314) 822-8359 or visit Wright in unique house with a floor plan based on parallelograms along www.ebsworthpark.org Ebsworth Park with the original Wright-designed furnishings. The 75-minute tour includes a video and docent-led tour of the house. Cost is $5/student.
stlouisco.com/parks l (314) 615-4FUN 33 Exhibits & Exhibitions
Military Miniatures: Toy Soldiers How We See: The Materiality of from the Collection Color Toy soldiers have been used for centuries as playthings Indoor Exhibition / March 2 – June 30, 2019 and as tools of military planning and strategy. Their Laumeier Sculpture Park, Aronson Fine Art Center popularity grew in the early 18th century due to the campaigns of Frederick the Great. These modeled figures We can understand color in an approximate sequence of offer tremendous detail depicting actual soldiers and Newton’s spectrum. We know what a color does to excite specific units of various armies of the world. The exhibition us but it is hard to tell what it is. These artist’s colored will feature toy soldiers from the Daniel Bissell House materials, however, are the product of modern technology in Collection. Schedule a visit to learn about these toys and material sciences. Their very choice does more than show the time period they represent, including where the units that the artist’s creations have beauty, but rather suggests they portray served and what battles that they participated that the artist’s production of endless color variations is not in the past, as military historians describe their uniforms and unlike nature’s manner of reproduction. provide insight into their history. Closes on September 3, 2019. Call 314-615-8800 for a tour. The selection of sculptural work for How We See, will Age Fee Location be viewed on one level as an undemanding chromatic All ages $4/adult (13+) ; $2/ General Daniel display, but with further investigation each artist uses color E X HIBITS & HIBITIONS child (8-12) 7 and Bissell House to reference and amplify its “objectness” and choice of under are free material or surface. Some deal explicitly with color and its possibilities in mapping space, and the difficulties that arise in understanding the origins of chromatic experiences in post-industrial objects. Others are subversive and political that play with the power of perception. A few of these sculptural works are simply relational and activate the science of color, implicating the viewer while heightening their sensibilities using light and dust. Each, not unlike those experiences found in nature, but also not unlike the utility of color and the precise interplay of the natural with the unnatural.
Organized by Dana Turkovic, Curator
Looking Back From 75: The Liberation of Northwestern Europe As a reflection on the liberation of Northwestern Europe from Nazi domination, the events of 1944 will be the focus of the Old Ordnance Room in this, their 75th anniversary. Starting with the events of the spring and summer of 1944, the initial exhibition will focus on D-Day and the Battle of the Hedgerows. As the year progresses, the exhibit will be modified to tell the story of the race across France, the liberation of the Netherlands, the push into the Rhineland and the Battle of the Bulge. Age Fee Location All ages Free Admission; Old Ordnance Room $3 suggested Jefferson Barracks donation Park Day Date Time Photo: W - Su 2/23 - 12/30 Noon - 4 p.m. Claire Ashley Ruddy Udder Dance, 2019 Spray paint on PVC coated canvas tarpaulin, fans, rope, acrylic paint
Courtesy the artist, Chicago 34 Spring & Summer 2019 Activity Guide & Scouts Outdoor Activities St. Louis County Department of Parks and Recreation offers Youth Groups a wide variety of outdoor activities designed for your group. Programs list below fulfill all necessary requirements to earn the appropriate scouting badge and they are also available to any interested group. In addition to these programs, we can also help you create your own program for your group including: Canoeing, Fishing, Archery, Wildlife/Nature Hikes, Night Hikes and many others. Please e-mail [email protected] or call 314 280-4082 for more information on any of these programs.
Rank Available Programs Junior Girl Scout Geocashing, Animal Habitats Brownies Hiker, Senses Webelos Forester, Geologist, Naturalist Bear Cub Sharing your World with Wildlife, Take Looking to complete a badge requirement or just Care of your Planet, Tying it all Up plan a fun outing for a group of energetic kids? Let Wolf Scout: Your Living World our Park Rangers help plan a program for your Wolf Cub Your Living World group! Tiger Cub Let’s Go Outdoors
Junior Ranger Badge Program Kids- would you like to be a Junior Park Ranger?
Learn about some of our fantastic County Parks, have fun and earn free stuff! Go to www.stlouisco.com/parks and click on the gold Junior Ranger Badge to learn more.
Shelter Reservations
St. Louis County Parks has a variety of sites and shelters that are the perfect location for your next family reunion, birthday party or corporate event! We have sites that can accommodate any size event. For more information and a complete listing of our reservable sites with amenities, call (314) 615-4FUN or visit our website at www.stlouisco.com/parks.
stlouisco.com/parks l (314) 615-4FUN 35 SPORTS Volleyball Youth Volleyball Clinics Location Guide An introductory program for BOYS & GIRLS 1st - 4th ACC Affton Community Center grade. The lesson plan introduces the fundamentals - pass, GRC Greensfelder Rec Plex set and spike using a very light volleyball. This clinic will improve each child’s hand-eye coordination through the KRC Kennedy Rec Plex use of fun drills and group games. The net height and NCR North County Rec Plex court dimensions are modified to promote success while STV St. Vincent Community Center maintaining an emphasis on proper volleyball technique. Six clinics per session, clinics are 90-minutes long. Call (314) The Pavilion at Lemay PAL 398-5495 or e-mail: [email protected]. To register: www.stratmansports.com.
SPORTS Martial Arts/Karate Classes Age Fee Location Classes are taught by certified black belt instructors and 1st - 4th grade $90/child per session ACC teaches non aggressive behaviors, anti-bullying tactics and abduction prevention. For more information and to register Day Date Time please call 816-994-2644 or visit www.mw.activstars.com Saturday Call for dates 9-10:30 a.m. Age Fee Location 4-15 $8/week PAL Co-ed Volleyball Leagues Register your team for the adult coed recreational or power Day Date Time volleyball league at the Affton White-Rodgers Community Tuesdays varies varies Center. Team registration deadline is 2 weeks prior to league start date. Call (314) 398-5495 or email tony@ stratmansports.com for more information or to register or Police Athletic League Mid-Summer visit www.stratmansports.com. Youth Boxing Night Age Fee Location For questions call 314-615-8839. 18+ $250/team in advance; ACC $270 on league night Age Fee Location Day Date Time 2-18 $7 ages 13+ NCRC $5 ages 2-12 Tu & Th ongoing Times vary Day Date Time Saturday 7/27 7 p.m. Adult Pick-Up Games Adult volleyball pick-up games for recreational players at the Affton White-Rodgers Community Center. Call 314-615- Dance & Cheerleader Camp 8822. Enjoy an introductory four session camp for dance and cheerleading. Instruction will include the basic movements Age Fee Location of dance along with a sampling of cheerleading. Music 18+ $5 for drop in or $25/ ACC and fun combine for a great time! *FREE but registration session required by April 26 by calling 314-615-8839. Day Date Time Age Fee Location Monday 1/28 - 3/18 6:30 - 8 p.m. / 5-10 Free* NCRC 8:15 - 9:45 p.m. Day Date Time Monday 3/25 - 5/13 6:30 - 8 p.m. / 8:15 - 9:45 p.m. Saturdays 5/4 - 5/25 8:30-10 a.m. Monday 3/25 - 5/13 6:30 - 8 p.m. / 8:15 - 9:45 p.m. Monday 5/20 - 7/15 (Skip 5/27) 6:30 - 8 p.m. / 8:15 - 9:45 p.m. Monday 7/22 - 9/16 (Skip 9/2) 6:30 - 8 p.m. / 8:15 - 9:45 p.m. Age Fee Location 18+ Day Pass Rate (for PAL non-members) or FREE for Members Day Date Time Sundays ongoing 3:30-5:30 p.m. 36 Spring & Summer 2019 Activity Guide Football Basketball Football Skills & Drills Camp Summer Hoop Nights Four session introductory class on the basics of football for Enjoy being active on summer Fridays in an air conditioned kids. Youth will learn to catch, throw, and run with a football. setting! FREE basketball sessions for area youth! Call 314- They will also be taught the safest and proper way to 615-8839. tackle. Participants will have a ball! *FREE but registration Age Fee Location required by June 1 by calling 314-615-8839. 13-25 Free NCRC Age Fee Location Day Date Time
5-10 Free* NCRC SPORTS Fridays 6/21-8/30 (No session on 8-11 p.m. Day Date Time 7/26) Saturdays 6/8 - 6/29 10:30 a.m. - Noon 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament Compete in this exciting tournament in the following age Men’s Flag Football League groups:Elementary = 8-10 yrs, Middle = 11-13 yrs, High Competitive Men’s Flag Football League. All teams School = 14-18 yrs, Adult = 19 yrs and above. You must be guaranteed 8 games along with playoffs. registered by July 5 by calling 314-615-8839. Registrations are being accepted until all league spots have been filled. For more details call Lamont King at 314-363- Age Fee Location 4833. 13-25 $50/team NCRC Age Fee Location Day Date Time 18+ Call for pricing STV Saturday 7/13 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Day Date Time Sundays 3/10 - 5/19 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Basketball Skills & Drills Camp Come and learn the basics to the game of basketball such as dribbling, shooting, rebounding and more. from an excellent instructor. Games are incorporated into drills for extra fun! *FREE but registration required by March 29 Free Memberships! by calling 314-615-8839. Age Fee Location St. Louis County Parks is proud to partner with 5-10 Free* NCRC Renew Active and SilverSneakers to offer FREE memberships at FOUR locations. Most (not all) Day Date Time people who are eligible are senior citizens. To see if Saturdays 4/6, 4/20, 5/4, 5/25 8:30-10 a.m. you are eligible, check with your insurance provider or one of the recreation complexes listed below. Men’s Basketball League Coaches sign your team up for St. V’s Annual Men’s The Pavilion at Lemay Basketball League. Registration guarantees 9 games. 305 Gregg Road (In Jefferson Barracks Park) Individual awards given to league players with the best stats St. Louis, MO 63125 in rebounds, steals, assist and blocks. Registrations are 314-615-8877 being accepted until all league spots have been filled. For more details call Lamont King at 314-363-4833. North County Recreation Complex 2577 Redman Road Age Fee Location St. Louis, MO 63136 18+ Call for pricing STV 314-615-8839 Day Date Time St Vincent Community Center T/Th 5/7 - 7/11 6-9 p.m. 7335 St Charles Rock Road Sundays 5/19 - 7/7 2-6 p.m. St. Louis, MO 63133 314-615-8STV (8788) Open Play Basketball Affton White-Rodgers Community Center Age Fee Location 9801 Mackenzie Road 12+ Day Pass Rate (for non- PAL St. Louis, MO 63123 members) or FREE for 314-615-8822 Members Day Date Time M - F ongoing 3-5 p.m.
stlouisco.com/parks l (314) 615-4FUN 37 Pickleball Archery Come play this fun game which combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Introduction to Archery - Kids Are you interested in learning the basics of archery from Age Fee Location equipment to shooting skills? Join the South County Archers All ages $2 per person ACC at Jefferson Barracks and give archery a try. All bows, and 15 visit arrows, and targets provided. Class size is limited. Advance cards for $20 or registration is required. Meet at the Archery Shelter near Silver Sneakers/ Gregg and Hancock Road in Jefferson Barracks Park. If Renew Active inclement weather conditions exist, you may check on this accepted. program’s status by calling Ranger Dispatch at (314) 615- 8911. To register call 314-615-4386. Day Date Time SPORTS Age Fee Location Monday ongoing 2:45-4:45 p.m. 8-15 $6/person Jefferson Barracks Park Tuesday ongoing 11:45 a.m.-1:45 p.m. / *2:45-4:45 p.m. (*Mid Day Date Time May - Oct.) Saturday 6/8 9-10:30 a.m. Wednesday ongoing 12:30-2:30 p.m. / 2:45- Saturday 7/13 9-10:30 a.m. 4:45 p.m. / *6:30-8:30 p.m. (*Starts mid-April) Saturday 8/10 9-10:30 a.m. Thursday ongoing 10 a.m.-12 p.m. / 12:30-2:30 p.m. / *2:45- Intermediate Archery - Kids 4:45 p.m. (*Mid-May Join the South County Archers and improve your archery - Oct.) skills for both hunting and tournament shooting. Participants Friday ongoing 12:30-2:30 p.m. / 2:45- will learn proper shooting form, fit of equipment and set of 4:45 p.m. your bow to increase target success. Class size is limited. Saturday ongoing 11:30am-1:30 p.m. / Advance registration is required. Meet at the Archery 2-4 p.m. Shelter near Gregg and Hancock Road in Jefferson Barracks Park. If inclement weather conditions exist, you Age Fee Location may check on this program’s status by calling Ranger All ages $3/person or FREE PAL Dispatch at (314) 615-8911. To register call 314-615-4386. for Members Age Fee Location Day Date Time 8+ $6/person Jefferson Barracks Park M - F ongoing 9 a.m. - Noon / 6 p.m.-8 p.m.* Day Date Time Saturday 6/8 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. * Wednesdasy & Thursdays (Summer Nights Open Play 5/8 - 8/15. No sessions on 7/3 or 7/4) Saturday 7/13 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Age Fee Location Saturday 8/10 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. All Ages Free KRC (outdoor courts) Day Date Time Introduction to Archery- Adults The South County Archers are providing an adult only Su - Sa ongoing Park hours introductory class that covers safety, dominant eye targeting, proper shooting form/technique and equipment maintenance and selection. This class also provides Pickleball Learn to Play Clinics hands on practice with individualized assistance from an Learn the game from the ground up in a no pressure instructor. Class size is limited. Meet at the Archery Shelter environment. We are offering How to Clinics on these near Gregg and Hancock Road in Jefferson Barracks Park. Saturdays listed below. Max per date is 8 and we supply all Advanced registration is required. If inclement weather equipment. Sign up in advance by calling 314-615-8822. conditions exist, you may check on this program’s status by Age Fee Location call Ranger Dispatch at (314) 615-8911. To register call 314 615-4386. All ages $2/person ACC Age Fee Location Day Date Time 15+ $6/person Jefferson Barracks Park Saturdays 3/23, 4/27, 6/15, 9/28 2-4 p.m. Day Date Time Saturday 7/13 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
38 Spring & Summer 2019 Activity Guide DANCE 39 Location ACC Time 7:30-8:30 p.m. Location ACC Time 6:30-7:30 p.m. ap Location PAL Time Fee call for fees Date stlouisco.com/parks l (314) 615-4FUN Fee $25/session Date 3/18 - 5/6 Fee see description Date 6/3 - 6/24 Age 3 - adult Day Call for class schedule Age 18+ Day Monday Age 6-12 Day Monday Gateway Dance Studio makes their home at The Pavilion at Gateway Dance Studio makes their home classes are offered for all Adult Children and at Lemay. of Types levels of dancers from beginner to advanced. For more dance include ballet, tap, jazz and contemporary. Artistic Director Jennifer Story at information please contact 314-482-4197 or email gatewaydanceconservatory@yahoo. com or website www.gatewayconservatory.org Adult Dance - Jazz Adult ballet comfortable clothes, for adults. Wear Beginner class tap shoes. slippers & - Ballet & T Adult Dance comfortable clothes, ballet Wear Beginner class for adults. slippers & tap shoes. of St. Gateway Dance Conservatory Louis Location ACC Time 7:30-8 p.m. Location ACC Time 6:30-7:30 p.m. Location ACC Time 8-9 p.m. Location ACC Time 6:30-7:30 p.m. Location ACC Time 5:45-6:30 p.m. 5:45-6:30 p.m. ap II ap I
Fee $25/session Date 3/18 - 5/6 Fee Fee see description Date 3/18 - 5/6 see description Date 3/18 - 5/6 Fee see description Date 3/18 - 5/6 Fee see description Date 3/18 - 5/6 6/3 - 6/24
Age 8+ Day Monday Age 9-12 Day Monday 13+ Day Monday Age Age 6-8 Day Monday Age 3-5 Day Monday Monday Youth Dance - Jazz Youth Beginner & intermediate class focusing on technique, coordination & rhythm. Designed to be taken with Ballet/Tap I or II. Youth Dance - Ballet/T Dance Youth Intensive ballet & tap class. Beginner of ½ hour classical ballet & ½ hour tap. Beginner of ½ hour classical ballet & ½ Youth Dance - Ballet/T Dance Youth Pre-Ballet and Tap as an intro to ballet Class designed for the older toddler or and tap. Tiny Tot Dance Tot Tiny creativity, increase your child’s Program designed to comfortable clothes or Wear imagination and coordination. and shoes or ballet slippers. dance attire, socks
Footnotes Dance Company Dance Footnotes for dance programs Dance Company offers Footnotes Center. Affton Community ages 3 and up at the individuals session with first night of each takes place on the Registration 603-0833 for more Call (314) instructor Mandy Montgomery. classes are $50/person; 4-week classes information. 8-week are $25/person. DANCE HEALTH * WELLNESS * FITNESS 40 your appointment. our CertifiedPersonal Trainer, at314-498-3518toschedule each clientandtheirfitnessgoals.PleasecallErickHahn, viduals andsmallgroups.Workouts arecustommadefor The PavilionatLemayofferspersonaltrainingforbothindi Personal Training Linda at314-601-1067toschedule. seniors) Personal Training whichisavailablebycallingMs. Cardio DanceaswellIndividualandGroup(includingfor NCRC offersZumba,StrongByBootcampFitness, Please call314-615-8846forthemostuptodateschedule! All FitnessClassesaredropin.Feeis$5.00perclass. Fitness &DanceClassesatNCRC for members! 314-498-3518 toscheduleanappointment--thisisFREE Please callErickHahn,ourCertifiedPersonal Trainer, at equipment andtoansweranyquestionsyoumayhave. for thoseinterestedinlearninghowtooperatethefitness est potential.Onehourfitnessorientationsareavailable safe andeffectiveworkoututilizethefacilitytoitsfull The PavilionatLemaywantsyoutohaveanenjoyable, Fitness CenterOrientations M - Th M Day 14+ Age 14+ Age Age 18+ Day varies Spring & Summer2019 Activity Guide ongoing Date $7 -nonmembers Free -members Fee varies Fee Fee $5/class Date ongoing HEALTH 11:30 a.m.-1:30p.m. Time The PavilionatLemay Location PAL Location Location NCRC Time varies * WELLNESS - - Robinson [email protected]. Advance registrationisappreciated;pleasecontactJackie tones andshapesyourhips,thighs,buttsabdomen. This isanofuss,highenergymuscleconditioningclassthat Want tofirmitup? Thengetinhereandlet’s getstarted! 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Zumba combinesdanceandaerobicmovementswith Age Wednesdays Day 18+ Age 18+ Day Wednesdays Saturdays Varies Day 14+ Age Saturdays Wednesdays Day 18+ Age ongoing Date $7/non-member) Single Class($5/member, member) ($40/member, $60/non- 10 ClassPunchCards Fee Fee ongoing Date $7/non member $5/members & Fee Call forpricing Date 3/6 -8/28 3/2 -8/24 3/7 -8/29 3/5 -8/27 Date $7/non member $5/members & Fee * FITNESS 5:30-6:20 p.m. Time PAL Location 5:30 -6:30p.m. 5:30 -6:30p.m. Time STV Location Location STV Time 5:30-6:30 p.m. 9-10 a.m. Varies Time PAL Location Yoga Yoga Flow Relax, calm your mind and experience vibrant healing Have you thought about giving yoga a try? In this class energy. Learn to use breathing, stretching and relaxation you can expect yoga postures, breathwork, and detailed techniques to bring a total sense of well-being and instruction. We will flow through a series of postures to integration of mind and body. Bring a towel and wear loose strengthen the core, increase flexibility, and build muscle HEALTH * WELLNESS FITNESS comfortable clothing. strength. All levels are welcome! Bring a mat. Some ACC/Queeny: Call St. Louis Community College - Meramec mats and blocks available. Call 314-615-8822 for more at (314) 984-7777 to register. information. Pavilion at Lemay: Contact Kym Huie at 314-471-7214 Age Fee Location Age Fee Location 18+ $7 drop-in, ACC $50/10 session punch card 18+ $69/person Queeny Park/GRC Day Date Time Day Date Time Tuesday ongoing 7 - 8 p.m. Monday 1/28 - 5/6 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday 1/16 - 5/15 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Slow Flow Yoga with Julie Age Fee Location This class is welcoming for anyone new to yoga or those 18+ $69/person ACC interested in a gentle and mindful practice. In this basic level yoga class we will gently move through yoga postures Day Date Time while practicing mindfulness and staying present with our Monday 2/25 - 4/19 12:15 - 1:15 p.m.* breath. Accommodations such as practicing in a chair or Monday 2/25 - 4/19 1:30-2:30 p.m. using yoga props are available. Bring a mat. Some mats and blocks available. Call 314-615-8822 about special * Beginner class events with this yoga program. Age Fee Location Age Fee Location 18+ $8/class PAL 18+ $7 drop-in, ACC Day Date Time $50/10 session punch card Thursdays ongoing 10:30-11:30 a.m. or Day Date Time 7-8 p.m. Saturday ongoing 9-10 a.m. Yogalates Combines the exercises and stretches of yoga, pila-tes and core strengthening into one class providing a challenging and relaxing workout. Beginners should arrive 10 minutes early for a brief introduction. Bring a yoga mat, water and towel. Call St. Louis Community College-Meramec at 314- 984-7777 all classes are ongoing, please call on summer offerings. Age Fee Location 18+ $69/person ACC
Day Date Time Thursday 4/4 - 5/9 5:30-7 p.m. Synergy I & II Yoga Mini Sessions This circuit style class works on functional and traditional Join us to relax and calm your mind while staying in practice strength training moves that can help improve balance, between Yoga Beginning and Beyond class sessions. Bring strength, coordination and the ability for your muscles to a towel and a mat. Wear loose and comfortable clothing. work together more efficiently. The beginner class takes into Call Kelly for sessions and to register 314-640-4295. consideration the needs of those just starting the program and provides a lower intensity workout than the intermediate Age Fee Location class. The class is taught by a certified personal trainer. No 18+ $30/5 class session or ACC pre-registration required. Sign in at the front desk. $10/class for drop ins Age Fee Location Day Date Time 18+ $5/member PAL Monday Call for more info 1:30-2:30 p.m. $7/non-member Wednesday ongoing 9-10 a.m. Day Date Time Friday ongoing 11:35 a.m.- Tu & Th ongoing (Synergy I) 9 - 9:45 a.m. 12:35 p.m. M & W ongoing (Synergy II) 8 - 8:45 a.m.
stlouisco.com/parks l (314) 615-4FUN 41 HEALTH * WELLNESS * FITNESS 42 stability andoverallhealth.Call(314)615-8822toregister. Master Arthur Du. Tai Chiexerciseimproves circulation, fundamentals ofChinesetraditionalmedicineleadby the principleandphilosophyof Tai Chiandsome Students willlearnthebasicformof Yang Style Tai Chi, T 314-471-7214. at thefrontdesk.FormoreinformationcontactKymHuie comfortable clothing.Nopreregistrationrequired–signin stability andoverallhealth.Bringatowelwearloose classes at The Pavilion. Tai Chiimprovescirculation, Kym HuieinstructsBeginnerandIntermediate Tai Chi Thursdays Thursdays Day 18+ Age Tuesday Tuesday Tuesday Tuesday Day 18+ Age register. cane, thelengthisabout47–50”).Call(314)615-8822to (Everyone needstobringastick(woodorbamboo)as and overallhealth. This classissuitedforpeopleages14+. and cultivateyourheartmind,improvestability practicing Tai ChiWalking Stickcanstrengthenyourbody graceful movementsandmindfulness.Moreimportantly, a selfdefense,offensivefunctionbutalsocombines Tai ChiWalking Stickhasalonghistory. Itnotonlyhas Walking StickT ai Chi Tuesday Tuesday Tuesday Day 18+ Age Spring & Summer2019 Activity Guide 7/9 –8/27 5/14 –7/2 3/19 -5/7 1/22 –3/12 Date or dropin$12 $80/8 weeksession Fee 8/27-10/15 7/2 –8/20 5/7 –6/25 Date or dropin$12 $80/8 weeksession Fee ongoing ongoing Date $8/class Fee ai Chi (Intermediate) 5:30-6:30 p.m. 11:45-12:45 p.m.or 1-2 p.m.(Beginners) Time PAL Location 10:30-11:30 a.m. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Time ACC Location 6:30-7:30 p.m. 6:30-7:30 p.m. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Time ACC Location YOUNG AT HEART (50+) Line Dancing: Beginner
Line dancing is a non-impact form of exercise with YOUNG AT HEART (50+) extra stretch movements. Call 314-615-8822 for more information. Age Fee Location 18+ $36/person (six weeks) ACC
Day Date Time Friday 2/22 - 4/5 (No class 3/1) 2-3 p.m. Friday 4/12 - 5/24 (No Class 5/17) 2-3 p.m. Friday 6/7 - 7/12 2-3 p.m. Friday 7/19 – 8/30 (No class 8/9) 2-3 p.m. Friday 9/6 - 10/11 2-3 p.m. Line dancing improves flexibility and balance. Socialize with other dancers and burn calories while having FUN! No partner needed. No pre-registration required. Sign in at the Matter of Balance Workshop front desk. Call for more information 314-615-8877. In a joint workshop presented by Barnes Jewish Hospital Age Fee Location and Wash. U. Physicians Trauma Center, you will learn how to reduce fear of falling, learn activities to improve strength 50+ $2/person PAL to deter falls, set goals for improvement and developm new Day Date Time friends and communication skills in regards to your fitness. Tuesdays ongoing 10:30 a.m. *FREE but registration required by calling 314-615-8839 as class size is limited. Tuesdays ongoing 12:15 p.m. (New students only) Age Fee Location 5-12 Free* NCRC Line Dancing: Intermediate Day Date Time Beginning Exercise Line Dancing is a prerequisite for this Wednesdays 9/18 - 11/6 9-11 a.m. class. Take your steps to the next level. Line dancing is a non-impact form of exercise with extra stretch movements. Chair Exercise Call 314-615-8822 for more information. This is an exercise program designed for those 50 and over. Age Fee Location All exercises are centered on a chair and include stretching, 18+ $36/person (six weeks) ACC muscle and strength building. Call 314-615-8822 for more information. Day Date Time Age Fee Location Friday 2/22 - 4/5 (No class 3/1) 12:45-1:45 p.m. 50+ $25/person punch card ACC (6 classes) Friday 4/12 - 5/24 (No Class 5/17) 12:45-1:45 p.m. Day Date Time Friday 6/7 - 7/12 12:45-1:45 p.m. M / W / F ongoing 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Friday 7/19 – 8/30 (No class 8/9) 12:45-1:45 p.m. Friday 9/6 - 10/11 12:45-1:45 p.m. Line dancing improves flexibility and balance. Socialize Slide Dancing Exercise with other dancers and burn calories while having FUN! No Slide Dancing is a non-impact form of exercise. Come and partner needed. No pre-registration required. Sign in at the learn the latest slide dances each Friday night. Advance front desk. Call for more information 314-615-8877. registration is appreciated; please contact Jackie Robinson at [email protected] or 314-615-8782. Age Fee Location Age Fee Location 50+ $2/person PAL 18+ Call for pricing STV Day Date Time Day Date Time Fridays ongoing 10:30 a.m. Fridays 3/1 - 8/30 6-7 p.m.
stlouisco.com/parks l (314) 615-4FUN 43 YOUNG AT HEART (50+) 44 615-8788. pre-registration required.Signinatthefrontdesk.Call314- strength. Chairs,bandsandlightweightswillbeused.No ibility, cardioconditioningaswellmuscularandcore This classisdesignedtoimproverangeofmotion,flex Game DayforSeniors M / Th M Day 50+ Age 8877. physical activityintotheireverydaylifestyle.Call(314)615- teach peoplehowtosafelyandcomfortablyincorporate This isamulti-component,lowimpactwalkingprogramto Walk With EaseProgram 615-8788. pre-registration required.Signinatthefrontdesk.Call314- strength. Chairs,bandsandlightweightswillbeused.No ibility, cardioconditioningaswellmuscularandcore This classisdesignedtoimproverangeofmotion,flex Senior Strength M /WF Day All ages Age M /W Day 50+ Age Spring & Summer2019 Activity Guide 3/4 -9/5 Date Call forpricing Fee ongoing Date $7/non-member $5/member Fee 3/4 -4/12 Date Free Fee Noon -5p.m. Time STV Location 10-10:45 a.m. Time PAL Location 2 -3p.m. Time PAL Location - - front desk.Call314-615-8788. coordination. Nopre-registrationrequired.Signinatthe intensity workoutfocusingonbalance,rangeofmotionand Perfect classforolderadultsandbeginnersthatofferslower College -Meramecat(314)984-7777toregister. a foamblockandyogastrap.CallSt.LouisCommunity or indoorsdependingontheweather. Bringayogamat, integration ofmindandbody. Classeswillbeheldoutdoors techniques tobringatotalsenseofwell-beingand energy. Learntousebreathing,stretchingandrelaxation Relax, calmyourmindandexperienceavibranthealing Zumba Gold Friday Tuesday Day 40+ Age Age 50+ Day Wednesdays Mondays & 8 a.m.-9 Monday -Friday 7335 St.CharlesRockRd,Louis,MO63133 St. Vincent CommunityCenter 8 a.m.-9 Monday -Friday 9801 MackenzieRd.,St.Louis,MO63123 Affton CommunityCenter 8 a.m.-10 Monday -Saturday 2577 RedmanRd.,St.Louis,MO63136 North CountyRecreationComplex 9 a.m.-10 Monday -Friday 305 GreggRoad,St.Louis,MO63125 Pavilion atLemay Free Indoor Walking ongoing ongoing Date $5/class Fee Fee $7/non-member $5/member Date ongoing 9:30 -10:15a.m. 11 -11:45 a.m. Time ACC Location Location PAL Time 9-10 a.m. Understanding Hoarding Age Fee Location 50+ $10 PAL Day Date Time
Wednesday 4/17 10-11:30 a.m. YOUNG AT HEART (50+) St. Louis Oasis Programs at Photographing What Lies Beneath The Pavilion at Lemay Age Fee Location 50+ $15 PAL Oasis has partnered with St. Louis County Parks to offer a variety of programs at The Pavilion at Lemay. Pick up the Day Date Time Spring/Summer 2019 Oasis Program Guide and discover Wednesday 4/24 10 a.m.-Noon programs for the mind and body. Register for all programs by calling 314.862.4859 ext. 24 or visit stloasis.org. Archaeology of the Missouri/Illinois Region Age Fee Location 50+ $15 PAL Day Date Time Wednesday 3/13 10 a.m. - Noon The Inspiring Story of the Irish in St. Louis County Age Fee Location 50+ $20 PAL Day Date Time Monday 3/18 1-2:30 p.m. Cybercrime Update
Age Fee Location 50+ $15 PAL Day Date Time Tuesday 3/19 10 a.m. - Noon How to be an Educated Cocoa Consumer Age Fee Location 50+ $15 PAL Day Date Time Wednesday 4/3 10-11:30 a.m.
Marilyn Monroe: The Icon Age Fee Location 50+ $17 PAL Day Date Time Wednesday 4/10 10-11:30 a.m.
stlouisco.com/parks l (314) 615-4FUN 45 Affton Community Center 9801 Mackenzie Road, St. Louis, MO 63123 • (314) 615-8822 • www.stlouisco.com/parks/affton • General Information The Affton White-Rodgers Community Center is located one mile west of Interstate 55 (Reavis Amenities: Barracks exit) and features a gymnasium, meeting rooms, fitness room and a playground. Fitness Room The fitness room has seven dual fitness stations, two recumbent bikes, three treadmills, a low Hours: impact tread master, elliptical and free weights. Office: An adult must accompany those 14-16 and those Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. aged 17 must have a parental release form. Call 314-615- Saturday/Sunday/Holidays: Closed 8822 for availability and fees.
Facility: Meeting Room Rental Each room accommodates 60 people theater Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m.-10
RECREATION COMPLE X ES style or 48 banquet style. Combined, the rooms p.m.*(Summer Mode 8 a.m.-9 p.m.) can accommodate 120 people theater style or Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 96 people banquet style. Call 314-615-8822 for Saturday: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. availability and fees. Sunday: Closed Multi-Purpose Gymnasium 6,000 square feet of open space with maple floor may be used for a variety of events including basketball, volleyball, or receptions. Call 314-615- 8822 for availability and fees.
Playground Neighborhood playground designed for children under 12yrs. Includes two slides and several different climbing structures. Plenty of bench seating for adult supervision. Free Walking in the Gym Pickleball Get out of the cold/heat and walk in the gym for Come play this fun game which combines elements FREE! Simply sign in at the front desk. of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Form teams, Monday-Friday: 8-9 a.m. Free admission rotate partners and make new friends. All equipment is We now Offer Silver Sneakers for our Fitness Room, provided (three courts available). Cost is $2/person/ Walking & Pickleball. session. Monday 2:45-4:45 p.m. Community Fitness Activities Affton Community Center is your Community Center! We offer several fitness activities designed Tuesdays to encourage better health for the entire family 11:45 a.m.-1:45 p.m. / 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. either free or at a minimal cost. Wednesday 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. *begins Fitness Room Instruction in spring and ends in the fall Instructor Joyce will guide you in this private training session on the proper use of our Thursdays equipment. Call 314-615-8822 for information or 10 a.m. - Noon / 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. stop in to book an appointment. $25 per Private Session, $30 for Couples, $10 per person Groups of 3 or Friday more per hour. 12:30-2:30 p.m. / 2:45-4:45 p.m.
Saturdays 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. / 2 - 4 p.m. 46 Spring & Summer 2019 Activity Guide St. Vincent Community Center 7335 St. Charles Rock Road, St. Louis, MO 63133 • (314) 615-8STV • www.stlouisco.com/parks/stv • RECREATION COMPLE X ES
General Information Amenities: St. Vincent Community Center is located in St. Fitness Room Vincent Park and offers a community room, S-700 Full-Body, 7 Station Workout System. multi-purpose gymnasium, fitness room, athletic Features include a pressing station, standing leg fields, trails, picnic sites, shelter, playground and curl, leg extension, leg press, chin ups, dips and tennis courts. vertical knee raise, adjustable pulley and lateral pulldown. Participants must be eighteen years of age or older. No one age seventeen or younger will be allowed in the weight room Hours: at any time. Office: Meeting Room Rental Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Our meeting room can accommodate up to 55 Saturday/Sunday/Holidays: Closed people and is perfect for meetings, parties and classes. A sink, microwave and refrigerator Facility: are available for use as well as tables and chairs. Call for Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. availability and pricing. Saturday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Multi-Purpose Gymnasium The gymnasium offers one full size basketball court, two biddy basketball courts, two full size volleyball courts, indoor soccer and a variety of other activities. The space is also available to rent and can be divided for multiple activities.
Programs for Seniors We offer a variety of programs for those in our community who are “Young at Heart.” Call or visit our website for more information!
Fitness Classes We, along with our partners, offer a variety of fitness classes for all levels of fitness. Call or visit our website for more information on the classes we offer. Water Park Sports & Activities St. Vincent Water Park is open to all residents of the We offerfree walking in our gym Monday - Friday Metro St. Louis area. This unique facility offers a water from 9 - 10 a.m. Please sign in at the front desk. playground for kids of all ages with an open water slide, a large water play structure for children, a zero entry area Open Play Basketball for adults age 18 and over is available Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Cost is $2.00 per and two 25-yard lap swimming lanes. In addition to general visit or you may purchase a yearly membership for $30.00 or public use, the water park is also designed for aquatic $20.00 for Senior’s (65+). exercise, swimming lessons for all skill levels and can be rented. Rentals include a concession stand, eating area Youth Open Gym is available Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. and an extensive deck for social gatherings. Cost is $2.00 with school I.D. NO EXCEPTIONS!
May 25th – August 10th 2019 August 17th – September 2nd, 2019 *Weekends Only* Sunday – Saturday, 12pm – 6pm
Visit our web site or call us at (314) 615-8788 for daily fees, season pass options and swimming lesson information.
stlouisco.com/parks l (314) 615-4FUN 47 Kennedy Recreation Complex 6050 Wells Road, St. Louis, MO 63128 • (314) 615-5572 • www.stlouisco.com/parks/krc • General Information The Kennedy Recreation Complex is located in Wayne C. Kennedy Park and features a meeting Amenities: room, indoor ice-skating arena, lighted tennis Party/Meeting Room Rental courts, playground and golf course. Suson Park Our party room holds between 25-35 is conveniently located directly across Wells people and is perfect for birthday parties! Road. Advance reservations required. Room is available only during public ice-skating hours. You provide your own refreshments, some restrictions Hours: apply. Admission to the ice rink is an additional fee Office & Facility: and is payable upon arrival. Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. ARENA RENTAL Saturday/Sunday/Holidays: Closed Indoor 215 ft by 98 ft floor space with bleacher seating for 600. This air conditioned facility is RECREATION COMPLE X ES available for rent from April 1 to Aug. 15. Call 314- 615-5572 for availability and fees. Playground Small playground with two main pieces that inclulde monkey bars, slides and a baby swing set. For kids ages 3 - 5.
Ice Rink During the fall and winter months, Kennedy Recreation Center has an ice rink that offers open ice skating sessions, learn-to- skate sessions, ice skating lessons and various events. Pool Golf Course Kennedy Recreation Center has an olympic-sized pool and Quail Creek Golf Course is an 18-hole a small baby pool. Visit our website or call us at (314) 615- championship par 72 golf course and is 5572 for daily fees, season pass options and swimming lesson open to the public. Complete with a driving information. range, pro shop and full service restaurant and bar. Call (314) 487-1988 for more information. May 25 – Aug 4.: Noon-6 p.m. (Closed May 28-31 for training) Hours subject to change, due to weather conditions or special events. Call 314-615-5572 or 314-615-7946 for availability.
Swim Groups: The number of groups per day is limited. Children’s groups (5-16) must have at least one counselor in swim attire for every ten children. Younger children groups (4 and under) must have at least one counselor in swim attire for every five children. Groups must notify the recreation supervisor if they are planning to attend in advance by calling 314-615-5572, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Lap Swimming: Our pool offers lap swimming on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 5 - 6 p.m for all ages. We also offer a special senior lap swim for those 50+ on Friday from 10 - 11:30 a.m. Regular pool admission applies. Greensfelder Recreation Complex
550 Weidman Road, Ballwin, MO 63011 • (314) 615-8472 RECREATION COMPLE X ES • www.stlouisco.com/parks/grc • General Information Greensfelder Recreation Complex is located Amenities: in the 569-acre Queeny Park which features fishing, trails, picnic sites, hayrides and a five Party/Meeting Room Rental acre dog park, Tails and Trails. 2 rooms 36 ft by 45 ft with seating capacity of 50 people each. Rooms can be com- bined to create a larger space for reunions, Hours: showers, or meetings. Call 314-615-8472 Office: for availability and fees. Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ARENA RENTAL Saturday/Sunday/Holidays: Closed Indoor 220 ft by 85 ft floor space with bleacher seating for 1800 people. This air conditioned facility is available from March 15 to Sept. 28. Call 314-615- Facility: 8472 for availability and fees. Varies by season - call for details Ice Rink During the fall and winter months, Greenfelder Recreation Complex has an ice rink that offers public ice skating sessions, ice skating lessons and various Dog Park events. This off-leash, 5-acre park features separate areas Fitness Classes for large and small dogs. Other amenities include four Yoga classes are offered in Queeny Park permanent agility and skill stations, biodegradable and at Greensfelder Recreation Complex. waste bags, disposal containers and watering Visit the Fitness and Health section of the stations. Activity Guide for class information. Sports & Activities Tails and Trails also features a secure, double-gated Midwest Sports Hockey offers league play entry, pavilion with electric and on-site paved parking. for adults and children as well as camp for children. Call 636-230-6466. This experience for our four-legged friends is nestled in a secluded valley on the Mason Rd. side of beautiful Queeny Park.
Tails and Trails is open each day from 7:00 a.m. - Sunset. Staff closes the dog park on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. for maintenance. Tails and Trails may close due to inclement weather when necessary.
For more information on memberships, vaccine requirements and pet memorials, visit our website.
Queeny Park Amenities • Playground • Trails • Wedding Sites • Reservable shelters
stlouisco.com/parks l (314) 615-4FUN 49 North County Recreation Complex 2577 Redman Road, St. Louis, MO 63136 • (314) 615-8839 or (314) 615-8846 • www.stlouisco.com/parks/ncrc •
General Information Amenities: The North County Recreation Complex includes a multipurpose gymnasium, walking track, Fitness Room fitness room, two meeting rooms and water park. Our fitness room includes a variety of Veterans Memorial Park features the Leo Wilson cardio and strength equipment such as free picnic shelter, a playground, Black Jack Lake weights, treadmills, ellipticals, recumbent bikes, dumbbells and circuit training. and a golf course. Hours: Meeting & Event Room Rental Office: Meeting Room A accommodates up to Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 45 people theater style or 40 classroom style. There is a 2 hour minimum rental Saturday/Sunday/Holidays: Closed for this space. Our multi-purpose/warming room RECREATION COMPLE X ES accommodates up to 100 people. There is a 4 hour Facility: minimum rental for this space. In our gymnasium, Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. full or half court rental and track rental is available. Saturday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Our 20,000 square foot arena is available for special Sunday: Noon - 5 p.m. events year round. Tables and chairs are also available for rental. Please call for availability and pricing. Multi-Purpose Gymnasium The gymnasium offers basketball courts, volleyball courts and a walking track.
Programs for Seniors We offer a variety of programs for those in our community who are “Young at Heart.” Call or visit our website for more information! Fitness Classes We, along with our partners, offer a variety of fitness classes for all levels of fitness. Call or visit our website for more Water Park information on the classes we offer. Our water park features include a tot pool, interactive play structure, family otter slide, basketball/volleyball area, three Sports & Activities lap lanes, 1-meter diving board, lazy river, drop slide and We offerfree walking in our gym Monday water slide. - Friday from 8 - 10 a.m. Please sign in at the front desk.
May 25 – May 27: noon-6 p.m. One and a half regulation-sized basketball courts June 1- Aug 11: noon-6 p.m. every day weather which can be divided into three smaller full courts permitting for full gym tournaments or open play (basketball or August 17-September 2: Open only on weekends, noon- volleyball). 6 p.m. Golf Course Hours subject to change due to weather conditions or Eagle Springs Golf Course offers an 18- special events. hole championship course and 9-hole, par Appropriate swim wear (trunks with liners) is required. 3 course. The clubhouse has a pro shop, restaurant, banquet facilities with restrooms, putting Visit our website or call us at (314) 615-8847 for daily fees, green, driving range and convenient cart paths. For season pass options and swimming lesson information. more information call (314) 355-7277.
50 Spring & Summer 2019 Activity Guide The Pavilion at Lemay RECREATION COMPLE X ES 305 Gregg Road, St. Louis, MO 63125 • (314) 615-8877 • www.stlouisco.com/parks/lemay • General Information This 42,000 square foot recreation center Amenities: is located inside Jefferson Barracks Park. Fitness Area It features an indoor track, fitness area, The fitness area features a wide variety multipurpose gymnasium, meeting rooms and of strength and cardio training equipment a child care area. The park offers reservable including treadmills, ellipticals, recumbent shelters and picnic areas, historic museums, bikes, free weights, weight benches, BOSU balls trails, wedding sites, cross country course, disc and a group training system. golf course, archery range and athletic fields. Meeting & Event Room Rental The Pavilion at Lemay has rental spaces of all shapes and sizes for groups of 10 to Hours: several hundred. Stop by to check out the Office: meeting rooms, gymnasium or outdoor balcony. Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Saturday/Sunday/Holidays: Closed Multi-Purpose Gymnasium The Bud Schertel MAC is a multi-purpose Facility: gymnasium that offers basketball courts, volleyball nets and built-in soccer goals. Monday - Thursday: 6:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. The gym is also available to rent for events or team Friday: 6:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. practices. Saturday: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Sunday: Noon - 6 p.m. Programs for Seniors We offer a variety of programs for those in our community who are “Young at Heart.” Call or visit our website for more information! Fitness Classes We, along with our partners, offer a variety of fitness classes for all levels of fitness. Call or visit our website for more information on the classes we offer. Sports & Activities Guests of all ages can utilize the indoor track together (including strollers) during Aquatic Center “Family Time,” Monday/Wednesday/ Our aquatic center features a deep water pool with a slide, Friday: 10 - 11 a.m. diving board, diving platform and climbing wall; lap lanes; a Tuesday/Thursday: 7 - 8 p.m. wet deck area; lazy river and a tot area with play structure. There is also a party room, locker room and a concession We offerfree indoor walking Monday - Friday: 9 - 10 a.m. stand. May 25 - August 4, 2019 Tot Care Monday - Friday Noon - 7:00 p.m. Our Tot Care area is available for parents Saturday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. who are working out in the facility. This Sunday Noon - 6 p.m. service is free with an annual membership or $2/child/visit for non-members. There is a limit of 2 hours per visit. Parents must remain in August 5 - September 2, 2019 the facility. Monday - Friday closed Monday - Saturday: 8 a.m. - Noon Saturday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Monday - Thursday: 4 - 8 p.m. Sunday Noon - 6 p.m. Labor Day Noon - 6 p.m. The Pavilion and Pool will close at 4pm July 3 & 4th
Visit our web site or call us at (314) 615-8877 for daily fees, season pass options and swimming lesson information. stlouisco.com/parks l (314) 615-4FUN 51 General Daniel Bissell House
10225 Bellefontaine Road St. Louis, MO 63137 (314) 615-8800
www.stlouisco.com/parks/bissell
General Information Originally called Franklinville Farm, this was home to Hours & Pricing General Daniel Bissell, participant in the American Surrounding property is open from Revolutionary War and the War of 1812 and military 8 a.m. - 30 minutes past sunset. commander of the upper Louisiana Territory from 1809- 1813. Tours are scheduled by reservation only by calling (314) 615-8800. History The former home of General Daniel Bissell, participant in Adults (13+) $4.00 the American Revolutionary War and military commander Child (4 -12) $2.00 of the Upper Louisiana Territory from 1809-1813. After Child (3 and under) Free the War of 1812, Bissell returned to the St. Louis area. The Federal-style house was home to five generations of the Bissell family whose decorative arts and furnishings are displayed.
The house and property was donated to St. Louis County by the Bissell family in 1961 and the home was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.
Educational Programs & Activities Bissell House offers unique educational opportunities for children to step into the text book and experience history Event Rental first-hand. Programs are appropriate for children grades 4 - 12. The Bissell property includes the Bissell Barn and the Bissell Garden which are perfect for Bissell House hosts a variety of historical and recreational weddings, parties or other small events. For activities throughout the year such as concerts, costumed additional information about these venues call reenactments, craft classes and fairs, lectures and seminars. (314) 615-4FUN or visit our website.
52 Spring & Summer 2019 Activity Guide Fort Belle Fontaine
13002 Bellefontaine Road St. Louis, MO 63138 (314) 615-8800
www.stlouisco.com/parks/fbf
General Information Established in 1805, Fort Belle Fontaine has a Hours & Pricing distinguished history as the first U.S military post west of Open from 8 a.m. - 30 minutes past sunset the Mississippi and as the final campsite of the Lewis & every day. Clark Expedition. Entrance to the park is free (with the exception History of special events). Fort Belle Fontaine Park has been a St. Louis County park since 1986. Tours are $4.00 per person and are available for groups up to 25 by reservation only. Please As the United States’ first military post west of the call (314) 615-8800 for additional information. Mississippi River, Fort Belle Fontaine was the final stop of Lewis and Clark’s “Corps of Discovery” expedition and served as the starting point for other explorers.
Park Information The park comprises 305.6 acres on the Missouri River in north St. Louis County. It contains four main areas; the Missouri River; Belle Fontaine Spring; Coldwater Creek; and a 50-acre upland prairie and wetlands. The Lewis & Clark Interpretative Trail is a three-mile multi-purpose trail which includes a trailhead and interpretive signage which guides visitors to all four main areas of the park. Programs & Activities A variety of programs are scheduled at Fort Belle throughout the year including Ft. Belle Fontaine Days, hayrides, geocaching events and the very popular Eagle Watch and Trail Walk. To visit the park, follow Bellefontaine Road north and enter through the Missouri Hills Home security station. You may be asked to sign in and enter your license number. stlouisco.com/parks l (314) 615-4FUN 53 Jefferson Barracks Historic Site
345 North Road, St. Louis, MO 63125 • (314) 615-8800 • www.stlouisco.com/parks/jb
General Information Jefferson Barracks was a U.S. Army post from 1826 to 1946. Hours & Pricing The 426 acre park includes trails, disc golf, picnic shelters, Visitors Center and Gift Shop The Pavilion at Lemay Recreation Complex, an ampitheater Wednesday - Sunday: Noon - 4 p.m. and museums that offer exhibits, educational programs and special events. Powder Magazine Museum History Wednesday - Sunday: Noon - 4 p.m. Jefferson Barracks, established in 1826, as the country’s first Admission is free ($3 suggested donation) “Infantry School of Practice,” served as a major U.S. military installation until it was deactivated in June 1946. Old Ordnance Room Named as a tribute to former President Thomas Wednesday - Sunday: Noon - 4 p.m. Jefferson, the post played an important role in the westward Admission is free ($3 suggested donation) expansion. Guided tours must be scheduled in advance by calling (314) 615-8800 or email History Brought to Life [email protected]. A variety of historical exhibits are carefully planned for and created each year inside the Old Ordnance Room at Jefferson Barracks Park. Our exhibits are great for individuals of all ages and are free to the public (donations appreciated). Visit our website for descriptions of our current exhibits. Educational Programs & Activities Group Tours Come visit Jefferson Barracks and tour this grand old army barracks by bus or haywagon. Our tours are popular with many adult groups and organizations. Advance registration required by calling (314) 615-8800 or e-mailing [email protected]. Bus Tours See page 43 for $3 per person; (24 person min. or $72) information on our Hayride Tours educational field trips for Discover more! $120 per ride. schools and groups. Take a digital tour of the Become a Volunteer park – look for signs at the Share your knowledge and love of history by volunteering in one of St. Louis park with QR codes to scan County’s oldest and most historic parks. We rely on volunteers to keep our museums and gift shop open and to keep our grounds looking beautiful. To with your phone and access learn how you can become a JB volunteer, visit info on sites within Jefferson www.stlouisco.com/parks/vol or call (314) 615-8800. Barracks. (http://arcg.is/1e89CK)
54 Spring & Summer 2019 Activity Guide St. Louis Carousel at Faust Park 15189 Olive Blvd. Chesterfield, MO 63017 (314) 615-8344
www.stlouisco.com/parks/carousel www.stlouiscarousel.com
General Information The St. Louis Carousel, with its 60 hand carved horses and Hours & Pricing four deer, is located within a climate-controlled building Closed on Mondays inside beautiful Faust Park in West St. Louis County. A Tuesday - Sunday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.* not for profit corporation, the Faust Cultural Heritage *last ride at 3:50 p.m. Foundation, was formed to raise funds and other forms of support for the Carousel’s continual maintenance and Rides are $2.00/person or $5.00 for three restoration. rides. (Children under 1 year are free with a History paid adult) The St. Louis Carousel is an original 1920s carousel from the Dentzel Co. of Philadelphia. The carousel was installed at the St. Louis Highlands Amusement Park in 1929. After a fire in 1963 destroyed the park, the carousel was moved to Sylvan Springs Park and operated there until 1979. The St. Louis County Historic Buildings Commission and the Faust Park Foundation raised funds to restore the Carousel, bringing it to Faust Park. Facility Rental The St. Louis Carousel is available for private rentals, showers, corporate parties and business meetings during the day or evening. Please call for availability and pricing. Birthday Party Packages Create an unforgettable birthday party for your child. Party Wedding Ceremonies & Receptions package includes a private room with tables and chairs and Celebrate your special day at a very special place! unlimited carousel rides. A maximum of 50 guests. Please The Carousel can accommodate up to 200 guests in call for availability and pricing. the Gallery Room and 350 guests on the patio. The Photography rental fee is $1,200 plus a $500 security deposit. The fee Professional photography is allowed inside the Carousel by includes unlimited carousel rides for all of your guests appointment only. The cost is $175/hour or partial hour. and use of the patio. For more information or to book Please call for more information. your ceremony and/or reception, call (314) 615-8344.
Become a St. Louis Carousel Member! Become a member and receive the benefits of riding FREE for an entire year! All memberships include 10% off all Gift Shop purchases over $10. Family memberships begin at $90. Call (314) 615-8345 for more information. (55 Historic15185 Olive Blvd., Chesterfield, FaustMO 63017 • (314) 615-8328 • www.stlouisco.com/parks/FaustPark
General Information & History Thornhill Grounds: Built ca. 1819 for Missouri’s second Hours & Pricing governor, Frederick Bates. Thornhill is the oldest standing General park hours are 8 a.m. – 30 minutes past governor’s home in Missouri and is listed on the National sunset, when all buildings can be viewed from the Register of Historic Places. The estate consists of a number of outside at no cost. restored and recreated structures, including a detached kitchen and three barns. Informational brochures are available in our office, and online to aid in a self-guided tour. Historic Village: The Historic Village at Faust Park includes four homes and 14 additional structures representing a variety Guided tours of historic areas are $4.00 per person of building and architectural styles, from log to brick. All have (minimum of 10 people) and are available on been saved from demolition and preserved by Park staff. weekdays by appointment only. Spanning a period from the early 1800s to 1910, the Village Call (314) 615-8328 or email [email protected] provides a context in which the lifestyles of the settlers of St. for more information. Louis County and the skills they used to survive are illustrated. Events Educational Programs & Activities Faust Park hosts a variety of events including open houses, The history staff at Faust Park offers a variety Parks Food Truck Fest, Summer Concert Series and Olden of educational programs and guided tours for all Days of Summer that is perfect for kids! ages and abilities. Our most popular program is the four-hour “Farmsteading at Thornhill”. Many students call this their favorite field trip despite the fact that they are performing Later in the season are History Hayrides and the Faust physical chores expected of a 19th century child. Folklife Festival which is held in September. Visit our website for a full calendar of events as well as more detailed Fall registration begins after March 1 and spring registration information about Faust Park, the Thornhill Grounds and begins after August 1; rates and descriptions are available on the Historic Village. our website. For more information or to schedule field trips and tours, call (314) 615-8328 or email LRitchey@stlouisco. com. Discover more! Take a digital tour of the park – look for signs at the park with QR codes to scan with your phone and access info on sites within Faust. (http://arcg.is/58XL0)
56 Spring & Summer 2019 Activity Guide Frank Lloyd Wright House in Ebsworth Park
15185 Olive Blvd., Chesterfield, MO 63017 • (314) 615-8328 • www.stlouisco.com/parks/Faust 120 N. Ballas Road, St. Louis, MO 63122 • (314) 822-8359 • www.ebsworthpark.org
General Information Nestled on 10.5 acres in Kirkwood, Missouri, the Frank Hours & Pricing Lloyd Wright House in Ebsworth Park (Kraus House) Guided tours are offered year-round, Wednesday was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, widely recognized through Sunday, at various times. as America’s greatest architect. Tours are $10 per adult, $5 for children 7-12, children The home is notable for its architectural integrity and must be at least 7 years old to tour the house. original furnishings. It is an excellent example of Wright’s Usonian designs, intended to provide middle-class Please visit www.ebsworthpark.org to view the tour schedule and book a tour. Americans with beautiful architecture at an affordable cost. History Become a FLWHEP Member! The house was designed in 1950 at the request of Members of the FLWHEP receive benefits such as free St. Louis artist Russell Kraus and his wife Ruth who lived tours, gift shop discounts, and more. Become a member in the home together until Ruth’s death in 1992. and support the preservation of the FLWHEP at A nonprofit purchased the home from Russell in 2001 www.ebsworthpark.org. and donated the house and property to St. Louis County.
The home was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1997. Educational Programs & Activities Guided tours of the house are available to the public by reservation. Tours include a 15-minute video followed by a docent-led tour of the house. The FLWHEP also welcomes groups and field trips for students Grade 4 and above. Contact [email protected] to arrange group tours.
The FLWHEP also offers periodic lectures and exhibits for the community to learn about Frank Lloyd Wright and architecture and design. Visit www.ebsworthpark.org for information on upcoming events.
stlouisco.com/parks l (314) 615-4FUN 57 LAUMEIER SCULPTURE PARK Engaging the community through art and nature 12580 Rott Road, Saint Louis, Missouri 63127 • (314) 615-5278 • wwww.laumeier.org General Information Laumeier Sculpture Park is one of the first and largest Hours & Pricing dedicated sculpture parks in the country. Laumeier is an Laumeier is open daily from 8:00 a.m.–30 minutes past internationally recognized, nonprofit arts organization sunset. The Aronson Fine Arts Center is open daily from that is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. The Park is free and open to the and operates in partnership with St. Louis County Parks. public year-round, with the exception of special events. Laumeier presents 60 works of large-scale outdoor Tours for individuals are held on the first Sundays, May– sculpture in a 105-acre park located in the heart of St. October / 2:00–3:00 p.m. $5 per person, ages 4 and up; Louis County. Laumeier serves 300,000 visitors of all Laumeier Members are FREE. May 5 / June 2 / July 7 / ages each year through sculpture conservation, education August 4 / September 1 / October 6 programs, temporary exhibitions and public events. Become a Member of Laumeier Educational Programs & Activities Laumeier Members enjoy a variety of benefits including Laumeier offers a variety of educational programs for all discounts on education programs (Art Camps and Classes). ages. Multi-day Clay Classes for youth, teens and adults Members also receive free admission to the Annual Art are designed to provide participants with the freedom Fair on Mother’s Day weekend, free admission to monthly to explore their own potential and creativity. One-day Walking Tours, private event rental opportunities (exclusive Family Workshops are a collaborative way for families to Laumeier Members!) a 10% discount in Gracie’s Shop and to spend quality and creative time together. Children— more! along with a favorite grownup!—explore art and nature, develop a meaningful bond and create memories to last a Upcoming Exhibition lifetime. Monthly Makers Nights feature a different local How We See: The Materiality of Color artist or arts organization for an evening of art-making for Indoor, Group Exhibition / March 2 – June 30, 2019 teens and adults. Laumeier’s Conversation Series offers Whitaker Foundation Gallery, Aronson Fine Arts Center free, informal art and nature learning opportunities for adult audiences. Coffee and cocktail events encourage participants to discuss topics in a relaxed atmosphere. Event Rentals Laumeier offers unique indoor and outdoor rental spaces Laumeier’s In-Residence Program brings different forms set among the Park’s 105 acres and 60 large-scale sculptures, of social and intellectual artistic practice into the public for anywhere from 50–500 guests! Laumeier is perfect for spaces of the Park as a complement to our thematic wedding ceremonies, receptions, showers, rehearsal dinners, exhibitions and provides opportunities for local artists corporate meetings and events, family reunions, picnics and to engage with the community through workshops, similar affairs. Photo opportunities are endless! Visit www. events and discussions. Visit www.laumeier.org for more laumeier.org/event-rentals for more information and pricing. information. 58 Spring & Summer 2019 Activity Guide
Engaging the community through art and nature 12580 Rott Road, Saint Louis, Missouri 63127 • (314) 615-5278 • wwww.laumeier.org Visit us at www.stlouisco.com/parks 41 S. Central Avenue St. Louis, MO 63105 (314) 615-4FUN
Special Events Spring/Summer 2019 April May June July
Basketball Skills & Drills Family Fishing Statehood Picnic JB Blast Camp May 4 June 1 July 3 April 6 Various Lakes Faust Park Jefferson Barracks Park North County Rec Plex Build a Bat House WWII: D-Day Discover Nature Fishing Lone Elk Interpretive May 5 June 8 July 13 Hike Cliff Cave Park Jefferson Barracks Park Suson Park April 11 Lone Elk Park Pioneer Crafts for Kids Mini Ninja Challenge Archery Classes May 11 June 8 July 13 South County Flea Faust Park St. Louis Carousel Jefferson Barracks Park Market Farm Friday April 13 Full Moon Walk & Paddle Country Sounds by the May 17 Affton Community Center June 15 Barn Suson Park Simpson Park July 13 Suson Park Chubb Trail Ride Food Truck Fest Historic Village Open April 24 May 22 Lone Elk Park Creve Coeur Park House National Vanilla Ice Cream June 22 Day WWII Weekend Learn More About Faust Park July 23 April 26 - 28 Pollinators Various Rec Complexes Jefferson Barracks Park May 25 Mud Mania Queeny Park June 28 & 29 Youth Boxing Night Queeny Park July 27 North County Rec Plex